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Physics, Mathematics, Statistics
2.
Biology, Botany, Chemistry and Zoology
(79)
(231)
3.
Health and Medical
(169)
4.
Computer, Mobile, Internet and Software Guides
(348)
5.
Engineering
(34)
6.
Astronomy
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Other Sciences
8.
For Students
(35)
For Children
(44)
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10.
(32)
(86)
Reference
(Others)
11.
(65)
Art
Works--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(25)
12.
Personality Development and
Leadership
13.
(123)
Language and
Literature
14.
(113)
Marriage, Parents, Family and Internal
Relationship
15.
Sex
16.
Marital
(52)
(89)
(79)
Sex
17.
Finance and
Accounts
18.
(50
Business and
Management
19.
(115)
Travel and
Tourism
20.
(13)
Yoga, Philosophy, Religion and
Spirituality
(109)
21.
Photography
(22)
22.
(213)
Others
23.
Sports, Games, Puzzles and
Entertainment
(42)
24.
Food
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ESP
(13)
Mystery, Occult and
(19)
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Physics, Mathematics, Statistics
Statistics Essentials For Dummies
Statistics Essentials For Dummies not only provides students enrolled in Statistics I with
an excellent high-level overview of key concepts, but it also serves as a reference or
refresher for students in upper-level statistics courses. Free of review and ramp-up
material, Statistics Essentials For Dummies sticks to the point, with content focused on
key course topics only. It provides discrete explanations of essential concepts taught in
a typical first semester college-level statistics course, from odds and error margins
to confidence intervals and conclusions. This guide is also a perfect reference for parents
who need to review critical statistics concepts as they help high school students
with homework assignments, as well as for adult learners headed back into the
classroom who just need a refresher of the core concepts.
192 pages
Calculus Essentials For Dummies
Just the key concepts you need to score high in calculus
From limits and differentiation to related rates and integration, this practical, friendly guide
provides clear explanations of the core concepts you need to take your calculus skills to the next
level. It's perfect for cramming, homework help, or review.
192 pages
Statistics for Dummies
in the numbers explosion all around us in our modern-day dealings, the buzzword is data,
as in,Do you have any data to support your claim?The data supported the original
hypothesis that . . . and The data bear this out. . . . But the field of statistics is not just
about data. Statistics is the entire process involved in gathering evidence to answer
questions about the world, in cases where that evidence happens to be numerical data.
384 pages
Geometry and Symmetry
Designed for advanced undergraduate mathematics or physics courses, this volume
focuses on "practical geometry," emphasizing topics and techniques of maximal use in
all areas of mathematics. Subjects include algebraic and combinatoric
preliminaries, isometries and similarities, an introduction to crystallography, fields and
vector spaces, affine spaces, and projective spaces.
300 pages
Dark Energy
Dark energy research aims to illuminate the mystery of the observed cosmic acceleration,
one of the fundamental problems in physics and astronomy today. This book presents
a systematic and detailed review of the current state of dark energy research, with the
focus on the examination of the major observational techniques for probing dark energy.
It can be used as a textbook to train students and others who wish to enter this
extremely active field in cosmology.
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256 pages
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Handbook of Chemistry and Physics
The Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 88th Edition continues to offer the
most authoritative, up-to-date data to scientists around the world. This edition contains
NEW tables on Properties of Ionic Liquids, Solubilities of Hydrocarbons in Sea Water,
Solubility of Organic Compounds in Superheated Water, and Nutritive Value of Foods. It
also updates many tables including Critical Constants, Heats of Vaporization,
Aqueous Solubility of Organic Compounds, Vapor Pressure of Mercury, Scientific
Abbreviations and Symbols, and Bond Dissociation Energies. The 88th Edition also presents
a new Foreword written by Dr. Harold Kroto, a 1996 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry.
The Chemical Rubber Company issues its 88th edition of authoritative listings of
Fundamental Physical Constants and other scientific data necessary for university
and professional research. The Handbook is broken up into 16 Sections followed by
two appendices and an index, all of which are listed as follows:
Section
Section
Section
Section
Section
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
Basic Constants, Units, and Conversion Factors
Symbols, Terminology, and Nomenclature
Physical Constants of Organic Chemistry
Properties of the Elements and Inorganic Compounds
Thermochemistry, Electrochemistry, and Kinetics
Section 6: Fluid Properties
Section 7: Biochemistry
Section 8: Analytical Chemistry
Section 9: Molecular Structure and Spectroscopy
Section 10: Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
Section 11: Nuclear and Particle Physics
Section 12: Properties of Solids
Section 13: Polymer Properties
Section 14: Geophysics, Astronomy, and Acoustics
Section 15: Practical Laboratory Data
Section 16: Health and Safety Information
Appendix A: Mathematical Tables
Appendix B: Sources of Physical and Chemical Data
It must be said early on that this Handbook is not intended to provide any type of tutorial
on the topics, but is the product of many experiments from among the various
fields mentioned in the listed sections above. The Handbook is a collection of scientific
facts and values to be used for calculations and experiments.
2640 pages
Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology: A Primer
Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology offers a succinct and self-contained treatment
of general relativity and its application to compact objects, gravitational waves and cosmology.
305 pages
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Time and Space, 2nd edition
The first edition (2001) quickly established itself on courses on the philosophy of time
and space. This fully revised and expanded new edition sees the addition of chapters
on Zeno's paradoxes, speculative contemporary developments in physics, and dynamic
time, making the second edition, once again, unrivalled in its breadth of coverage.
Surveying both historical debates and the ideas of modern physics, Barry Dainton
evaluates the central arguments in a clear and unintimidating way and is careful to keep
the conceptual issues throughout comprehensible to students with little scientific
or mathematical training.
448 pages
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Physics 8 edition
Designed for medical professionals who may struggle with making the leap to
conceptual understanding and applying physics, the eighth edition continues to
build transferable problem-solving skills. It includes a set of features such as
Analyzing-Multiple-Concept Problems, Check Your Understanding, Concepts &
Calculations, and Concepts at a Glance. This helps the reader to first identify the
physics concepts, then associate the appropriate mathematical equations, and finally to
work out an algebraic solution.
1088 pages
University Physics with Modern Physics, 1st Edition
A comprehensive text with enhanced calculus coverage incorporating a consistently used
7-step problem solving method. The authors include a wide variety of everyday
contemporary topics as well as research-based discussions. Both are designed to
help students appreciate the beauty of physics and how physics concepts are related to
the development of new technologies in the fields of engineering, medicine, astronomy
and more.
University Physics is intended for use in the calculus-based introductory physics sequence
at universities and colleges. It can be used in either a two-semester introductory sequence
or a three-semester sequence. The course is intended for students majoring in the
biological sciences, the physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering.
1472 pages
Mathematical Methods: For Students of Physics and
Related Fields (2nd edition)
Intended to follow the usual introductory physics courses, this book has the unique feature
of addressing the mathematical needs of sophomores and juniors in physics, engineering
and other related fields. Many original, lucid, and relevant examples from the
physical sciences, problems at the ends of chapters, and boxes to emphasize
important concepts help guide the student through the material.
856 pages
A Theory Of Ether, Particles And Atoms: Introduction To
The Reform Of Modern Physics
This is an independent fundamental research in physics introducing the reform of
modern physics. In 1996-2005, it was published in parts in scientific journals; in 2007 it
was printed privately in Britain and registered in the British Library; in 2008 it was
registered at the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress. The book contains 129
pages size A5. It is intendent for professional physicists and would be of interest to
scientists and students in general.
130 pages
Methods in Molecular Biophysics: Structure, Dynamics, Function
Our knowledge of biological macromolecules and their interactions is based on the
application of physical methods, ranging from classical thermodynamics to recently
developed techniques for the detection and manipulation of single molecules.
1136 pages
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Solar and Space Physics: A Science for a Technological Society
The report presents a program of basic and applied research for the period 2013-2022
that will improve scientific understanding of the mechanisms that drive the Sun's activity
and the fundamental physical processes underlying near-Earth plasma dynamics,
determine the physical interactions of Earth's atmospheric layers in the context of
the connected Sun-Earth system, and enhance greatly the capability to provide realistic
and specific forecasts of Earth's space environment that will better serve the needs of society.
455 pages
Solar Flare Magnetic Fields and Plasmas
This volume is devoted to the dynamics and diagnostics of solar magnetic fields and
plasmas in the Suns atmosphere. Five broad areas of current research in Solar Physics
are presented: (1) New techniques for incorporating radiation transfer effects into
three-dimensional magnetohydrodynamic models of the solar interior and atmosphere,
(2) The connection between observed radiation processes occurring during flares and
the underlying flare energy release and transport mechanisms
201 pages
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Tsunamigenic Earthquakes and Their Consequences
This series provides a venue for longer reviews of current advances in geophysics. Written
at a level accessible to graduate students, the articles serve to broaden knowledge of
various fields and may be useful in courses and seminars. Volume 39 includes two
articles detailing aspects of tsunamigenic earthquakes and their consequences
215 pages
Nuclear Physics: Exploring the Heart of Matter
This book explains the research objectives, which include the desire not only to
better understand the nature of matter interacting at the nuclear level, but also to
describe the state of the universe that existed at the big bang. The report explains how
the universe can now be studied in the most advanced colliding-beam accelerators,
where strong forces are the dominant interactions, as well as the nature of neutrinos.
264 pages
Student Solutions Manual to Accompany Physics
Cutnell and Johnson's 9th edition of Physics continues to offer material to help
the development of conceptual understanding, and show the relevance of physics to
readers lives and future careers.
360 pages
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Energetic Materials: Physics and Chemistry of the
Inorganic Azides
The progress of adde research, especially in understanding the solid-state physical properties, has
greatly benefited from the use of goodquality single crystals and thin films. In particular, the availability
of crystals and thin fhs of azide compounds has led
to a more detailed understanding of the electronic and lattice structure, the lattice dynamics, and
the decomposition process. As a class, the azides present several problems when attempting to use
the well-known techniques of crystal and thin-film growth. Their instability conflicts
with the successful application of most "thermal" approaches, and their restricted solubilities limit
the usefulness of growth from aqueous solutions.
504 pages
Isotopes of the Earth's Hydrosphere
This book covers the distribution, hydrochemistry and geophysics of the naturally
occurring stable isotopes namely: hydrogen, oxygen and radioactive tritium, carbon and
other cosmogenic and radiogenic isotopes of the uranium-thorium series, in the oceans and
in atmosphere, the earth's surface and ground water. The use of environmental isotopes
in the three main areas of natural waters is discussed: origin, dynamics and residence time
in natural reservoirs. The origin of the hydrosphere is examined in the light of isotopic,
new cosmochemical and recent theoretical results. The book will be of interest to
scientists and researchers who use environmental isotopes in solving scientific and
practical problems in hydrology, hydrogeology, oceanography,
meteorology, hydrogeochemistry and cosmochemistry. Lecturers, students and
postgraduates in these fields will also find it useful.
641 pages
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Concepts in Quantum Mechanics (Pure and Applied Physics)
Taking a conceptual approach to the subject, Concepts in Quantum Mechanics
provides complete coverage of both basic and advanced topics. Following in the footsteps
of Dirac s classic work Principles of Quantum Mechanics it explains all themes from
first principles.
616 pages
Particles and Fundamental Interactions: An Introduction
to Particle Physics
This book aims to provide the basis of theoretical foundation and phenomenological knowledge of
the structure of matter at the subatomic level. It starts by presenting the general concepts at
the simplest level and does not require previous knowledge of the field, except for the basic
quantum mechanics. The readers are gradually introduced to the increasingly more advanced
topics, so that this text can accompany students all the way to their graduate and doctoral studies
in experimental high-energy physics. Special emphasis is placed on experimental
and phenomenological aspects of the field and how measurements and theory interplay in
the development of particle physics. The book is based on the authors�� undergraduate
and graduate lecture courses at the University of Bologna, Italy.
512 pages
How Things Work: The Physics of Everyday Life
How Things Work uses familiar objects to introduce basic physics concepts, demonstrating
the excitement and relevance to professionals in a variety of technical fields. Because its structure
is defined by real-life examples, this book explores concepts as they're needed and then revisits
them later on when they reappear in other objects. It integrates case studies throughout the
chapters to easily convey an understanding and appreciation for physics. For example, discussions
of skating, falling balls, and bumper cars are included to explain the Laws of Motion. Air
conditioners and automobiles are used to explore thermodynamics. Engineers, architects,
and professionals in other technical fields will benefit from the material that connects science to
our everyday world.
632 pages
Physics of Atoms and Molecules
Presents a unified account of the physics of atoms and molecules at a level suitable
for undergraduate courses of physics and physical chemistry.
694 pages
New Century Senior Physics, Second Edition
New Century Senior Physics: Concepts in Context 2ed meets the global objectives of the new
2007 Queensland Senior Physics syllabus in terms of Knowledge and Conceptual
Understanding, Scientific Investigation and Evaluating and Concluding. All 10 key concepts of
the syllabus have been developed in varied contexts along with an extensive range of mandatory
and elective key ideas.
750 pages
Mathematical Handbook for Scientists and
Engineers: Definitions, Theorems, and Formulas for
Reference and Review
A reliable source of definitions, theorems, and formulas, this authoritative handbook
provides convenient access to information from every area of mathematics. Coverage includes
Fourier transforms, Z transforms, linear and nonlinear programming, calculus of variations,
random-process theory, special functions, combinatorial analysis, numerical methods, game
theory, and much more.
1151 pages
Guide to Electric Power Generation
Fully illustrated reference brings you detailed coverage of the full spectrum of equipment
and processes used in the production of electricity, from the basics of energy conversion to
prime movers, generators, and boilers.
286 pages
Fundamentals of Codes, Graphs, and Iterative Decoding
Fundamentals of Codes, Graphs, and Iterative Decoding is an explanation of how to introduce
local connectivity, and how to exploit simple structural descriptions. Chapter 1 provides an overview
of Shannon theory and the basic tools of complexity theory, communication theory, and bounds
on code construction. Chapters 2 - 4 provide an overview of "classical" error control coding, with
an introduction to abstract algebra, and block and convolutional codes. Chapters 5 - 9 then proceed
to systematically develop the key research results of the 1990s and early 2000s with anintroduction
to graph theory, followed by chapters on algorithms on graphs, turbo error control, low density
parity check codes, and low density generator codes.
248 pages
From limits and differentiation to related rates and integration, this practical, friendly
guide provides clear explanations of the core concepts you need to take your calculus skills
to the next level. It's perfect for cramming, homework help, or review.
192 pages
Time and Space, 2nd edition
The first edition (2001) quickly established itself on courses on the philosophy of time
and space. This fully revised and expanded new edition sees the addition of chapters
on Zeno's paradoxes, speculative contemporary developments in physics, and dynamic
time, making the second edition, once again, unrivalled in its breadth of coverage.
Surveying both historical debates and the ideas of modern physics, Barry Dainton
evaluates the central arguments in a clear and unintimidating way and is careful to keep
the conceptual issues throughout comprehensible to students with little scientific
or mathematical training.
448 pages
Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists,
4th edition
PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS FOR ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS, Fourth Edition,
continues the approach that has made previous editions successful. As a teacher
and researcher at a premier engineering school, author Tony Hayter is in touch
with engineers daily--and understands their vocabulary. The result of this familiarity with
the professional community is a clear and readable writing style that readers understand
and appreciate, as well as high-interest, relevant examples and data sets that hold
readers' attention.
864 pages
From limits and differentiation to related rates and integration, this practical, friendly
guide provides clear explanations of the core concepts you need to take your calculus skills
to the next level. It's perfect for cramming, homework help, or review.
192 pages
Philosophy of Physics: Space and Time
This concise book introduces nonphysicists to the core philosophical issues surrounding
the nature and structure of space and time, and is also an ideal resource for
physicists interested in the conceptual foundations of space-time theory.
200 pages
Earth's Magnetic Field: Its History, Origin, and
Planetary Perspective
The authors of this book have set themselves a difficult task - that of bringing
together palaeomagnetists on the one hand and on the other theoreticians working
on problems of the origin of the Earth’s magnetic field and its secular variation.
417 pages
Understanding Pure Mathematics
A classic single-volume textbook, popular for its direct and straightforward
approach. Understanding Pure Mathematics starts by filling the gap between GCSE and
A Level and builds on this base for candidates taking either single-subject of double-subject
A Level.
500 pages
Radiology Secrets Plus, 3rd Edition
Radiology Secrets Plus-a Secrets Series title in the new PLUS format-offers an easy-toread, information-at-your-fingertips approach to radiology. Drs. E. Scott Pretorius and
Jeffrey A. Solomon provide the expert perspective you need to grasp the nuances of
this specialty. This new edition offers more information and expanded full color
visual elements to provide an overall enhanced learning experience. All this, along with
the popular question-and answer approach, makes it a perfect concise board review tool
and a handy clinical reference.
* Maintains the popular and trusted Secrets Series® format, using questions and
short answers for effective and enjoyable learning.
* Provides the most current overview and authoritative coverage of all topics thanks
to contributions from an impressive list of experts in the field of radiology.
* Introduces the new PLUS format, with an expanded size and layout and full color for
easier review, more information, and more visual elements for an overall
enhanced experience.
* Provides the current standards of radiology practice through thorough updates to
every chapter that reflect the most up-to-date information.
* Contains more, larger images (including new full color PET and CT images), to offer
a clearer picture of what is seen is practice.
520 pages
How to Calculate Quickly: Full Course in Speed Arithmetic
Many useful procedures explained and taught: two-column addition, left-to-right
subtraction, direct multiplication by numbers greater than 12, mental division of
large numbers, more. Also numerous helpful short cuts. More than 8,000 problems,
with solutions.
185 pages
Stress, Strain, and Structural Dynamics: An
Interactive Handbook of Formulas, Solutions, and
MATLAB Toolboxes
Stress, Strain, and Structural Dynamics is a comprehensive and definitive reference to statics
and dynamics of solids and structures, including mechanics of materials, structural
mechanics, elasticity, rigid-body dynamics, vibrations, structural dynamics, and structural controls.
960 pages
Mathematical Methods For Physics (Advanced Books Classics)
This classic book helps students learn the basics in physics by bridging the gap
between mathematics and the basic fundamental laws of physics. With supplemental
material such as graphs and equations, Mathematical Methods for Physics creates a
strong, solid anchor of learning.
651 pages
Advances on Analysis and Control of Vibrations: Theory
and Applications
This book is a compendium of research works on vibration analysis and control. It
goes through new methodologies that help us understand and mitigate this phenomenon.
288 pages
Statistics: The Art and Science of Learning from Data,
3rd Edition
Alan Agresti and Chris Franklin have merged their research and classroom experience
to develop this successful introductory statistics text. Statistics: The Art and Science
of Learning from Data, Third Edition, helps students become statistically literate
by encouraging them to ask and answer interesting statistical questions. It takes the
ideas that have turned statistics into a central science in modern life and makes
them accessible and engaging to students without compromising necessary rigor.
832 pages
Fundamentals of Physics and Chemistry of the Atmosphere
This book takes an introductory look at the physics and chemistry of the atmosphere and
the climate dynamics. It provides the basics in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, radiation
and chemistry and explains the most interesting problems existing in the study of
the atmosphere of the Earth and planets. This book also offers the computer programs
to solve these problems. Themes covered include the most recent evolution concerning
the ozone hole, the carbon dioxide problem, and chaos theory.
612 pages
Nuclear Physics: Exploring the Heart of Matter
This book explains the research objectives, which include the desire not only to
better understand the nature of matter interacting at the nuclear level, but also to
describe the state of the universe that existed at the big bang. The report explains how
the universe can now be studied in the most advanced colliding-beam accelerators,
where strong forces are the dominant interactions, as well as the nature of neutrinos.
264 pages
Guide to Geometric Algebra in Practice
Geometric algebra (GA), also known as Clifford algebra, is a powerful unifying framework
for geometric computations that extends the classical techniques of linear algebra and
vector calculus in a structural manner. Its benefits include cleaner computerprogram solutions for known geometric computation tasks, and the ability to
address increasingly more involved applications. This highly practical Guide to
Geometric Algebra in Practice reviews algebraic techniques for geometrical problems
in computer science and engineering, and the relationships between them. The topics
covered range from powerful new theoretical developments, to successful applications,
and the development of new software tools. Contributions are included from an
international community of experts spanning a broad range of disciplines.
476 pages
An Algebraic Introduction to Complex Projective
Geometry: Commutative Algebra
In this introduction to commutative algebra, the author choses a route that leads the
reader through the essential ideas, without getting embroiled in technicalities. He takes
the reader quickly to the fundamentals of complex projective geometry, requiring only a
basic knowledge of linear and multilinear algebra and some elementary group theory.
The author divides the book into three parts.
244 pages
A Theory Of Ether, Particles And Atoms: Introduction To
The Reform Of Modern Physics
This is an independent fundamental research in physics introducing the reform of
modern physics. In 1996-2005, it was published in parts in scientific journals; in 2007 it
was printed privately in Britain and registered in the British Library; in 2008 it was
registered at the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress. The book contains 129
pages size A5. It is intendent for professional physicists and would be of interest to
scientists and students in general.
130 pages
Probability and Statistics by Example: Volume 1,
Basic Probability and Statistics
Because probability and statistics are as much about intuition and problem solving, as
they are about theorem proving, students can find it very difficult to make a
successful transition from lectures to examinations and practice. Since the subject is critical
in many modern applications, Yuri Suhov and Michael Kelbert have rectified deficiencies
in traditional lecture-based methods, by combining a wealth of exercises for which they
have supplied complete solutions. These solutions are adapted to needs and skills of
students and include basic mathematical facts as needed.
373 pages
Handbook of Analysis and Its Foundations
Handbook of Analysis and Its Foundations is a self-contained and unified handbook
on mathematical analysis and its foundations. Intended as a self-study guide for
advanced undergraduates and beginning graduatestudents in mathematics and a
reference for more advanced mathematicians, this highly readable book provides
broader coverage than competing texts in the area. Handbook of Analysis and Its
Foundations provides an introduction to a wide range of topics, including: algebra;
topology; normed spaces; integration theory; topological vector spaces; and
differential equations. The author effectively demonstrates the relationships between
these topics and includes a few chapters on set theory and logic to explain the lack
of examples for classical pathological objects whose existence proofs are not
constructive. More complete than any other book on the subject, students will find this to
be an invaluable handbook.
883 pages
International Encyclopedia of Statistical Science
The goal of this book is multidimensional: a) to help reviving Statistics education in
many parts in the world where it is in crisis. For the first time authors from many
developing countries have an opportunity to write together with the most prominent
world authorities. The editor has spent several years searching for the most
reputable statisticians all over the world. International contributors are either presidents
of the local statistical societies, or head of the Statistics department at the main university,
or the most distinguished statisticians in their countries. b) to enable any non-statistician
to obtain quick and yet comprehensive and highly understandable view on certain
statistical term, method or application c) to enable all the researchers, managers
and practicioners to refresh their knowledge in Statistics, especially in certain
controversial fields. d) to revive interest in statistics among students, since they will see
its usefulness and relevance in almost all branches of Science.
1668 pages
Advanced Course in Modern Nuclear Physics
The field of nuclear physics is entering the 21st century while experiencing a strong
revival. On the one hand it is changing qualitatively through new experimental
developments that allow us to direct radioactive and other exotic probes to target nuclei
and spark off extremely energetic nuclear collisions. Also, the impressive sophistication
of new detector systems leads us to expect a number of new discoveries in the near
future. On the other hand many new applications have appeared in fields as diverse
as medicine, industry, art, archaeology and the environmental sciences. This book is a
tutorial introduction to the field of modern nuclear physics. It can bridge the gap
between standard textbook material and research literature for those who intend to work
in any of the disciplines where nuclear science and technology is going to play an
important role in the future.
375 pages
Physics II For Dummies
Does just thinking about magnetism make your head spin? Thanks to this book, you
don't have to be Einstein to understand physics. It walks you through the essentials and
gives you easy-to-understand and digestible information on this often-intimidating
course. From sound and light waves to electric potential and electric energy, this nononsense guide makes this fascinating topic accessible to everyone.
384 pages
Equilibrium Between Phases of Matter: Supplemental Text
for Materials Science and High-Pressure Geophysics
The Second Volume of Equilibrium between Phases of Matter, when compared with the
First Volume, by H.A.J. Oonk and M.T. Calvet published in 2008 amounts to an extension
of subjects, and a deepening of understanding. In the first three sections of the text
an extension is given of the theory on isobaric binary systems. The fourth section gives
an account of the thermodynamic analyses of four isobaric binary key systems
highlighting the power of empirical (exo)thermodynamic correlations. The fifth section
is devoted to the thermodynamic description of ternary systems. The last three
sections concentrate on the properties of materials, and the phase behaviour of
systems under the conditions of high temperature and high pressure�Cconditions that
prevail in the interior of the Earth. A new equation of state is the subject of the sixth
section. In the seventh section a move is made to statistical thermodynamics and
vibrational models; the description of the systems has changed from mathematical
to physical. The last section is on the system MgO �C SiO2, looked upon from a
geophysical point of view. Throughout the work high priority is given to the
thermodynamic assessment of experimental data; numerous end-of-section exercises
and their solutions are included. Along with the First Volume, the work is useful for
materials scientists and geophysicists as a reference text. Audience Volume II is a
lecture book for postgraduate students in chemistry, chemical engineering, geology
and metallurgy. It is highly useful as a recommended text for teachers and researchers in
all fields of materials science.
305 pages
_______________________________________________________________________________________Geometry for Enjoyment and Challenge
I'm using it right now in 10th grade (my school does Algebra 2 in 9th grade) and I love
this book because it is easy to understand, gives definitions in a simple manner and plenty
of examples with answers. The problem sets are at most 30 problems (which is great
for homework in comparison to the 40-100 problems I got last year) and some of the
odd answers are available in the back to check your work! The chapters are well divided
and give you enough info for you to digest it all and enjoy geometry. I'm sure the
challenge will come in later chapters :)
784 pages
Infinite Book: A Short Guide to the Boundless, Timeless
and Endless
For a thousand years, infinity has proven to be a difficult and illuminating challenge
for mathematicians and theologians. It certainly is the strangest idea that humans have ever
thought. Where did it come from and what is it telling us about our Universe? Can there actually
be infinities? Is matter infinitely divisible into ever-smaller pieces? But infinity is also the place
where things happen that don't. All manner of strange paradoxes and fantasies characterize an
infinite universe.
328 pages
Physics Beyond the Standard Models of Particles,
Cosmology and Astrophysics
This book contains the proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Physics
Beyond the Standard Models of Particle Physics, Cosmology and Astrophysics. It presents
a brilliant overview of the status and future potential and trends in experimental
and theoretical particle physics, cosmology and astrophysics, in the complimentary sectors
of accelerator, non-accelerator and space physics.
776 pages
Mathematical Handbook for Scientists and
Engineers: Definitions, Theorems, and Formulas for
Reference and Review
A reliable source of definitions, theorems, and formulas, this authoritative handbook
provides convenient access to information from every area of mathematics. Coverage includes
Fourier transforms, Z transforms, linear and nonlinear programming, calculus of variations,
random-process theory, special functions, combinatorial analysis, numerical methods, game
theory, and much more.
1151 pages
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Trigonometry for the practical man
This book has been designed to present the various branches of fundamental mathematics so
that they may be understandable without the assistance of a teacher.
215 pages
Mathematics Applied to Physics
Preface
There can be no doubt that at the present time the improvement of science teaching is
an essential task needing to be carried out by all
countries, in all branches and at all levels. Unesco is therefore acting in accordance with
its mission in providing aid and suggesting directions
to be followed in some branches selected as being of particular importance: for
instance, those where a notable change may be expected after a
fixed period of work, or those where international action appears at first more likely
to produce satisfactory results than would national
effort.
To throw light on this problem, Unesco collaborated in the first place with the InterUnion Commission on Science Teaching and arranged for the holding at Dakar, in 1964, of
a congress on science teaching and economic development. The members of the
congress examined in detail the relationship between the various sciences and agreed
to recommend, as a priority measure, the preparation of a university syllabus of
mathematics teaching to meet the needs of physicists. Modern mathematics should become
a particularly effective tool for physicists, but a barrier of miscellaneous difficulties
has hitherto prevented a large number of them from taking advantage of these
new possibilities.
The International Commission for the Teaching of Mathematics and the
International Commission for the Teaching of Physics (International Union of Pure and
Applied Physics) helped Unesco in choosing a co-ordinator who would be at the same time
a mathematician, a physicist and a specialist in questions relating to the teaching of
these two disciplines at university level: in the event, Mr. EUE RouBINE, Professor at the
Paris Faculty of Science. Unesco both wished and was able to call on experts from all parts
of the world and the ten chapters of this book have been written in seven different
countries. The authors were selected on account of their enthusiasm for the project,
their personal reputation, and the weight and vitality of the school they represent.
The aims of the work, its get-up, its standard and the general unity sought, were
gradually defined as the result of painstaking efforts, the
co-ordinator arranging for discussions, meetings and exchanges of views between the
various authors. Considering the vast scope of its subject,
which concerns two of the most developed sciences, the book is fairly concise. It is
intended for third-cycle students, that is for university students who already have a
good grounding in mathematics and physics.
It may therefore be used by professors of physics, for brushing up or adding to
their knowledge, modernizing their teaching or assisting them in their research.
Unesco is publishing this volume in its series "The Teaching of Basic Sciences" which
already comprises A Survey of the Teaching of Physics at Universities, published in 1968,
New Trends in Physics Teaching, Volume I, issued in 1968, and similar publications
for mathematics, chemistry and biology.
Unesco wishes to express its gratitude to the three international commissions which
have taken an active interest in this book, as well as to the co-ordinator and the authors.
It should be mentioned here that the various contributions reflect solely the personal views
of their authors.
610 pages
Statistics – a Text Book
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Statistics: Principles and Methods, 6th Edition
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Dictionary of Mathematics
This Dictionary of Mathematics provides a compendium of more than 5000 terms that are central to
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The coverage in this book includes branches of mathematics taught at the secondary school, college,
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Algebra and Trigonometry with Analytical Geometry
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Vedic Mathematics : The History, Discoveries, and the Sutras
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Calculus For Dummies
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Algebra for College Students, 9th Edition
This text covers topics that are usually associated with intermediate algebra and college algebra. It can be
used in a one-semester course, but it contains ample material for a two semester sequence.
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This thread influenced some of the decisions we made in preparing the text.
This ebook contains 831 pages
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Basic Mathematics for College Students, 4th Edition
Basic Mathematics for College Students, Fourth Edition, is more than a simple upgrade of the third
edition. Substantial changes have been made to the worked example structure, the Study Sets, and
the pedagogy. Throughout the revision process, our objective has been to ease teaching challenges and
meet students’ educational needs. Mathematics, for many of today’s developmental math students, is like
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CALCULUS AND COMPLEX FUNCTION THEORY
This text-book in 49 volumes in 5652 pages deals with:
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Real Functions in one Variable
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and Vector Analysis
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and Vector Analysis
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Guidelines for solutions and problems
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technical Sciences
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Calculus of Residua
Complex Functions c-1 : Examples concerning Complex Numbers
Complex Functions c-2: Analytic Functions
Complex Functions Examples c-3: Elementary Analytic functions and Harmonic functions
Complex Functions Examples c-4: Power Series
Complex Functions Examples c-5: Laurent Series
Complex Functions Examples c-6: Calculus Residues
Complex Functions Examples c-7: Applications of the Calculus Residues
Complex Functions Examples c-8: Some Classical Transforms
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The Laplace Transformation 1- General Theory
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Topological and Metric Spaces, Banach Spaces
College Physics, 9th Edition
For more than five decades, Sears and Zemansky’s College Physics has provided the most reliable
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Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, 5th Edition
Larson IS student success. ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA owes its success to
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MATHEMATICS - A Text Book
This e-book contains the following 18 volumes:·
Analytic Aids
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Mathematics for Computer Scientists
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Math for Moms and Dads: A dictionary of terms and
concepts...just for parents
Kids are struggling with math in school, on tests, and with homework. Parents feel stressed,
helpless, and math-phobic. They struggle to encourage and assist on the very subject they are
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208 pages
Physics and the Ultimate Significance of Time
he notion that physics is in some fundamental sense timeless has been widely accepted. Of
course, time in the sense of a measured interval (symbolized by t) occurs in physical formulae
340 pages
Universal History of Numbers: From Prehistory to
the Invention of the Computer
Here is Georges Ifrah’s landmark international bestseller the first complete, universal study
of the invention and evolution of numbers the world over. A riveting history of counting
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fascinating volume brings numbers to thrilling life, explaining their development in
human terms, the intriguing situations that made them necessary, and the
brilliant achievements in human thought that they made possible.
656 pages
Encyclopedia of Materials Characterization:
Surfaces, Interfaces, Thin Films
Encyclopedia of Materials Characterization is a comprehensive volume on
analytical techniques used in materials science for the characterization of surfaces,
interfaces and thin films. This flagship volume in the Materials Characterization Series is
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practical companion to the forthcoming books in the Series. It describes widelyranging techniques in a jargon-free manner and includes summary pages for each
technique to supply a quick survey of its capabilities
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Nature and Motion in Physics point of View - 6 volumes
This book is written for anybody who is curious about nature and motion. Curiosity about
how people, animals, things, images and space move leads to many adventures. This
volume presents the best of them in the domain of everyday life. In order to be simple,
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minimum. Understanding the concepts of physics is given precedence over using formulae
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to date, the text is enriched by themany gems – both theoretical and empirical – that
are scattered throughout the scientific literature. In order to be captivating, the text tries
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the reader to think about. Numerous interesting challenges are proposed. The motto of
the text, dieMenschen starken, die Sachen klaren, a famous statement by Hartmut von
Hentig on pedagogy, translates as: ‘To fortify people, to clarify things.’ Clarifying
things requires courage, as changing habits of thought produces fear, often hidden by
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This e-book consists of the topics on fall, flow and heat, relativity, light, charges and
brain, the quantum of change, pleasure, technology and stars, and speculation on unification.
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Electronics for Dummies
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ant to fix it so your garage band rocks the neighborhood?
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Author Gordon McComb has more than a million copies of his books in print, including
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Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics
The quickest way to learn the hows and whys behind computing, communications,
robotics, entertainment devices, and the force that makes them work
Great for preparing for licensing exams, previous editions of this guide have been prized
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* Features practical new information on wireless technologies, computers, the Internet,
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Understand Electronics
An essential book for the newcomer to electronics, this highly practical guide provides
a thorough introduction to practical electronics and the basic principles of
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in electronics, including a chapter on microcontrollers - the simple programmable devices
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Art of Electronics
This is the thoroughly revised and updated Second Edition of the
hugely successful The Art of Electronics. Widely accepted as the
single, authoritative text and reference on electronic circuit design, both
analog and digital, this book has sold over 120,000 copies, and has
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The result is a largely nonmathematical treatment that encourages
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Biology, Botony and Chemistry
Handbook of Plant Nutrition
The burgeoning demand on the world food supply, coupled with concern over the use
of chemical fertilizers, has led to an accelerated interest in the practice of
precision agriculture.
632 pages
Handbook of Seed Physiology: Applications to Agriculture
The latest findings in seed physiologydiscussed as they relate to agricultural problems!
Presenting the latest findings in the area of seed physiology as well as the
practical applications of that knowledge in the field, the Handbook of Seed
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479 Pages
Citizens of the Sea: Wondrous Creatures From the Census
of Marine Life
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DNA Computing and Molecular Programming
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 17th International Conference on
DNA Computing and Molecular Programming, DNA17, held in Pasadena, CA, USA, in September 2011.
227 pages
Chemistry of Soils, 2nd Edition
There have been many advances in soil chemistry since Oxford published the first edition
of The Chemistry of Soils in 1989. The physical-chemistry approach to soil chemistry taken
in the book, groundbreaking for its time, has been adopted by nearly every soil
chemistry book published since.
344 pages
Soil Erosion and Conservation
Soil Erosion and Conservation provides a comprehensive treatment of the processes of
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in designing and implementing soil conservation programmes.
320 pages
Flower Seeds: Biology and Technology
The floral industry represents a significant proportion of agricultural income in
several developed countries, particularly the USA, the Netherlands and Japan. Hitherto
the sheer diversity of flower seeds, in their form, function and biology, has hindered
the production of a comprehensive treatment of the topic.
400 pages
Introductory Horticulture, 8th Edition
Introductory Horticulture, 8th Edition, is the definitive text for horticulture science. Written
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768 pages
Analytical Chemistry
The current text deals with several, very important topics of modern, Analytical
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component analysis, kinetic methods of analysis using potentiometric and
spectrophotometric detectors, the current status of Analytical Chemistry and where it
may move in the future, peptide and amino acid separations and identification, and
several other, related topics in this growing and increasingly important area of Chemistry,
in general.
154 pages
Route Maps in Gene Technology
Route Maps in Gene Technology is an exciting new introductory textbook for firstyear undergraduates in molecular biology and molecular genetics. The subject is broken
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336 pages
Encyclopaedia of Evolution and Genetics
humans appear? What is it
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develop? Why is it so
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56 pages
Organic Chemistry
A Market Leading, Traditional Approach to Organic Chemistry
Throughout all eight editions, Organic Chemistry has been designed to meet the needs of
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1247 pages
Livestock Production
The book under discussion has not been produced to burden the market with another
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the requirements of students, researchers who are working in different parts of the world
in different environments.
158 pages
Milk Production: Advanced Genetic Traits, Cellular
Mechanism, Animal Management and Health
This book is made for the publication of continuation of advances in the knowledge
involving milk production.
This book is divided into two main sections and is devoted to more specific consideration
of areas with aspects of genetics factors and the molecular and cellular mechanisms,
animal management, nutrition and husbandry.
This book will be useful for students, researchers, teaching staff, practicing
professionals connected with dairy science, animal science, food science,
nutrition, physiology, biochemistry, veterinary medicine and other related fields.
Contents
Preface
Section 1 Genetics Factors and Cellular Mechanism
1 Genetic Factors that Regulate Milk Protein and Lipid Composition in Goats
2 Application of Milk Proteins Genetic Polymorphism for Selection and Breeding of Dairy
Cows in Bulgaria
3 Genetic Polymorphisms of Some Bovine Lactogenic Hormones
4 Genetic Improvement of Livestock for Milk Production
5 Detection of QTL Underlying Milk Traits in Sheep: An Update
6 Control of Mammary Function During Lactation in Crossbred Dairy Cattle in the Tropics
7 Milk Protein Genotype Associations with Milk Coagulation and Quality Traits
3 Milk Casein Alleles, Haplotypes and QTL Effect on Protein and Fat Content and Milk Yield
in Argentinean Criollo and Cross Goats
9 Sire X Herd and Sire X Herd-Year Interactions on Genetic Evaluation of Buffaloes
Section 2 Animal Management, Nutrition and Husbandry
10 Breeding, Management and Environmental Issues at Peri-Urban Dairy Farms
11 Determination of the Herd Size
12 Dissemination of Scientific Data for Sustainable, Organic Milk Production Systems
13 Effect of Environmental Conditions in Milk Production Under Small-Scale and
Semi-Extensive Conditions in Kosovo
14 Results of Automatic Milking System and Milk Performance on Selected Farms
15 Differential Characteristics of Milk Produced in Grazing Systems and Their Impact on
Dairy Products
377 pages
Milk Production: An Up-to-Date Overview of Animal
Nutrition, Management and Health
This book is concerned with the animal nutrition, animal management and, breeding
and animal health. This book permits the reader's exposure to the expert's experience
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This book will be useful for students, researchers, teaching staff, practicing
professionals connected with dairy science, animal science, food science,
nutrition, physiology, biochemistry, veterinary medicine and other related fields.
Contents
Preface
Section 1 Milk Production and Animal Nutrition
1 The Effect of Fatty Acids in Goat Milk on Health
2 Nutrition and Health of Dairy Animals
3 Vitamin-Like Supplementation in Dairy Ruminants: The Case of Choline
4 Effect of Rumen-Inert Fat Enriched with High Levels of Poly-Unsaturated Fatty Acids on
the Productive and Reproductive Response in Ruminants
5 Fatty Acid Profile and Conjugated Linoleic Acid Content of Milk from Confined Holstein
Cows During the Summer and Winter Seasons
6 Factors That Affect Energy Efficiency and Indirect Response of Selection for Efficiency
on Related Traits
7 Efficiency of Lactation
Section 2 Milk Production and Animal Management
8 Effects of Environmental Factors on Milk Yield, Lactation Length and Dry Period in
Tunisian Holstein Cows
9 Heat Stress Management for Milk Production in Arid Zones
10 The Course of Machine Milking in Small Ruminants
11 Water Salinity Under Heat Stress in Grazing Conditions
12 Milk Removal: The Key to Maintaining Milk Production and a Tool to Enhance Efficiency
13 Regulation of Mammary Development as It Relates to Changes in Milk Production Efficiency
14 Dairy Cattle Welfare Status Measured by Animal-Linked Parameters Under
Tunisian Rearing Conditions
15 Alleviating Heat Stress Leads to Improved Cow Reproductive Performance
Section 3 Milk Production and Animal Health
16 Managing Mastitis in Heifers: An Initial Step in Improving Dairy Herd Health
17 Bovine Mastitis Pathogens: Prevalence and Effects on Somatic Cell Count
18 Clostridial Spores in Animal Feeds and Milk
403 pages
Solutions Manual for Organic Chemistry, 8 edition
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712 pages
Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in
Organic Chemistry, 2nd edition
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Molecular Biology of the Cell
For nearly a quarter century Molecular Biology of the Cell has been the leading cell
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Spectroscopic Properties of Inorganic and
Organometallic Compounds
Spectroscopic Properties of Inorganic and Organometallic Compounds provides a
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374 pages
Electrochemistry
Part of an exhaustive chemical reference series, this volume contains papers on
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compounds, electroenzymatic synthesis and the environmental aspects of electrochemistry
243 pages
Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level
This last edition of "Principles of Biochemistry" challenges readers to better understand
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1204 pages
Pesticides: Advances in Chemical and Botanical Pesticides
In this book the effects of chemical pesticides on fishes, earthworms, beneficial microbes
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392 pages
Oilseeds
Oilseeds occupy an important position in agriculture and industrial economy. For
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190 pages
DNA Replication: Methods and Protocols
Since the discovery of DNA structure and throughout the ensuing ��DNA era��, the field
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691 pages
The Bird: A Natural History of Who Birds Are, Where
They Came From, and How They Live
In this fascinating exploration of the avian class, Colin Tudge considers the creatures of
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and communicating, Tudge provocatively ponders what birds actually do�Cas well as
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480 pages
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Flowering Plant Families of the World
The definitive reference on flowering plants, thoroughly revised. The widely
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A Primer of Ecology
This volume presents a concise but detailed exposition of the most common
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265 pages
Oxygen: The Molecule that Made the World
Three hundred million years ago, dragonflies grew as big as seagulls, with wingspans nearly
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384 pages
Bacterial Molecular Networks: Methods and Protocols
Network-based representations have become pervasive in most fields in biology.
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of various experimental and computational methods enabling the characterization
and analysis of molecular interaction networks, with a focus on bacteria.
557 pages
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Synthetic Gene Networks: Methods and Protocols
The rapid expansion of synthetic biology is due to the design and construction of
synthetic gene networks that have opened many new avenues in fundamental and
applied research
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Understanding Enzymes, 3rd edition
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420 pages
Excel for Chemists: A Comprehensive Guide, 3 edition
The newly revised step-by-step guide to using the scientific calculating power of Excel
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760 pages
DNA Sequencing - Methods and Applications
This book illustrates methods of DNA sequencing and its application in plant, animal
and medical sciences. This book is intended to serve as an important resource and review
to the researchers in the field of DNA sequencing.
183 pages
Nanotechnology for Biology and Medicine: At the
Building Block Level
Nanotechnology for Biology and Medicine: At the Building Block Level introduces the reader
to current cutting-edge approaches being pursued for the design and development
of nanotechnology applications to different areas of biology and medicine. It discusses the
key biological challenges at the molecular and cellular levels being faced by this new
field, and some of the strategies being developed to address them. The specific
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Biophysics
Wide array of subjects from molecular, physiological and structural are covered in this
book. Most of these chapters are oriented toward new techniques or the application
of techniques in the novel fields. The contributions from scientists and experts from
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232 pages
From Sugar to Splenda: A Personal and Scientific Journey of
a Carbohydrate Chemist and Expert Witness
More than just coincidence connects a Tate & Lyle lawsuit and artificial sweetener to
Jamaican-born Chemist Bert Fraser-Reid. From his first experience of Chemistry through
his diabetic father, to his determination and drive as a Chemistry student in Canada,
Fraser-Reid weaves a remarkable tale integrating science, law and
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Amazing Life of Cats
Stories of feline antics, extraordinary abilities, and interactions with
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"If you want to know the character of a man, find out what his cat thinks
of him."
320 pages
Plant Pathology
Plant pathology is an applied science that deals with the nature, causes and control of plant
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and food safety for the world cannot be overemphasized.
363 pages
Physical Chemistry, Ninth Edition
With its modern emphasis on the molecular view of physical chemistry, its wealth of
contemporary applications, vivid full-color presentation, and dynamic new media tools, the
thoroughly revised new edition is again the most modern, most effective full-length textbook
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1060 pages
Instructors and students alike have praised Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in
Organic Chemistry because it motivates readers to think about organic chemistry in new and
exciting ways. Based on the author's first hand classroom experience, the text uses
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Chemistry (8 edition)
Chemistry allows the reader to learn chemistry basics quickly and easily by emphasizing a
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Organic Chemistry
the "mainstream," two-semester, undergraduate organic chemistry course. This best-selling text
gives students a solid understanding of organic chemistry by stressing how fundamental
reaction mechanisms function and reactions occur.
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Chemistry: An Atoms First Approach
Steve and Susan Zumdahl's books focus on helping readers build critical thinking skills through
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Reaction Mechanisms in Organic Synthesis
Organic chemistry is a core part of the chemistry curricula, and advanced levels texts often
obscure the essential framework underlying and uniting the vast numbers of reactions as a result
of the high level of detail presented.
392 pages
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Chemistry in Context
Following in the tradition of the first five editions, the goal of this market leading textbook,
"Chemistry in Context, Fifth Edition", is to establish chemical principles on a need-to-know basis
within a contextual framework of significant social, political, economic and ethical issues. The
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genetic engineering are examples of issues that are covered in "CIC".
672 pages
Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, 4 edition
The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fourth Edition use the classroom
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ways to promote a student-focused, active classroom that range from cooperative learning to
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408 pages
Section 1: Basic Constants, Units, and Conversion Factors
Section 2: Symbols, Terminology, and Nomenclature
Section 3: Physical Constants of Organic Chemistry
Section 4: Properties of the Elements and Inorganic Compounds
Section 5: Thermochemistry, Electrochemistry, and Kinetics
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Advanced Organic Chemistry. Part A. Structure and Mechanisms
Since its original appearance in 1977, Advanced Organic Chemistry has maintained its
place as the premier textbook in the field, offering broad coverage of the structure,
reactivity and synthesis of organic compounds. As in the earlier editions, the text
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While the text assumes completion of an introductory course in organic chemistry, it
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and use the research literature in organic chemistry.
1199 pages
Spectroscopic Properties of Inorganic and Organometallic Compounds provides a unique source
of information on an important area of chemistry. Divided into sections mainly according to
the particular spectroscopic technique used, coverage in each volume includes: NMR (with reference
to stereochemistry, dynamic systems, paramagnetic complexes, solid state NMR and Groups 1318); nuclear quadrupole resonance spectroscopy; vibrational spectroscopy of main group
and transition element compounds and coordinated ligands; and electron diffraction.
375 pages
Principles of Chemical Equilibrium: With Applications
in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
This is the fourth edition of an established textbook of chemical thermodynamics used by
university and technical college students of chemistry and chemical engineering. The text covers
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of those concerning the statistical interpretation of entropy and the present understanding of
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520 pages
Biochemistry, Third Edition
I haveg reat pleasure in presenting the third edition of my book with several unique novel
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794 pages
Electrochemical Aspects of Ionic Liquids, 2 edition
The second edition is based on the original book, which has been revised, updated and expanded
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discussion of applications in biochemistry, ionic devices, functional design and polymeric ionic liquids.
504 pages
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Chemical Reactions in Gas, Liquid and Solid Phases:
Synthesis, Properties and Application
This book examines topical data on the subject of chemical reactions in different phases of gas,
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Mathematical Methods for Physical and Analytical Chemistry
Mathematical Methods for Physical and Analytical Chemistry presents mathematical and
statistical methods to students of chemistry at the intermediate, post-calculus level. The
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Handbook of Chemicals and Safety
A host of chemical substances have become essential parts of human activities and requirements
for societal development. Any kind of misuse and/or negligence in handling these substances
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Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th Edition (40
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ULLMANN'S is built from generations of expertise. Since the first edition was published
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29456 pages
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Principles of Colloid and Surface Chemistry (3rd edition)
is work aims to familiarize students with the fundamentals of colloid and surface science,
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672 pages
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A major update of the highly popular second edition, with changes in the content and
organisation that reflect advances in the subject. As with the first two editions, the third edition
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and enzymes regulation.
460 pages
Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry (6 edition)
condensed, student-friendly version of Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry, this text uses
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Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students
Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students is uniquely designed to accompany
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Continuously Reinforces and Builds Safety Knowledge and Safety Culture
Each of the book’s eight chapters is organized into three tiers of sections, with a variety
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In some cases, individual topics are presented more than once, progressively
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A Better, Easier Way to Teach and Learn Lab Safety
We all know that safety is of the utmost importance; however, instructors continue
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546 pages
Compendium of Organic Synthetic Methods
Organic transformations are the heart of synthetic organic chemistry. The Compendium of
Organic Synthetic Methods series facilitates the search for the most useful functional
group transformations in organic chemistry.
464 pages
Cockroaches: Ecology, Behavior, and Natural History
The cockroach is truly an evolutionary wonder. This definitive volume provides a
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Essentials of Biology
It is hard to believe that the number of bacterial organisms living on your skin right now
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Manga Guide to Molecular Biology
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Encyclopedia of Genetics, Four-Volume Set
The Encyclopedia of Genetics provides the most complete and
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Bird: A Natural History of Who Birds Are, Where They
Came From, and How They Live
In this fascinating exploration of the avian class, Colin Tudge considers the creatures of
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and communicating, Tudge provocatively ponders what birds actually do�Cas well as
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Oxygen: The Molecule that Made the World
Three hundred million years ago, dragonflies grew as big as seagulls, with wingspans nearly
a yard across. Researchers claim they could have flown only if the air had contained
more oxygen than today-probably as much as 35 per cent. But oxygen is a toxic gas.
Fruit flies raised at twice the normal level of oxygen live half as long as their siblings.
If atmospheric oxygen reached 35 per cent in the Carboniferous, why did oxygen
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Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals
Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals is a concise, accessible introduction
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The Little Book of Bees
The more we learn about bees, the more extraordinary they seem. They have five eyes
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Understanding Enzymes, 3rd edition
This third edition provides active learning for degree-level courses in enzymology, and
a source of stimulation for those already employed in biochemistry and biotechnology.
This e-book contains pages:420
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Biological Aspects of Human Health and Well-Being
This book presents and discusses current research in the field of biology, with a
particular emphasis on biological factors and their role in health and well-being.
Topics discussed include the biotechnology of cyanobacteria; the reasons why glucose is
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on gene expression; sialylation mechanism in bacteria and the evolution biology of health
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Handbook of Life-Span Development
The doubling of our average life span since the turn of the 20th century is considered
by many scholars to be one of the most important changes in human existence.
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Key Features:
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Biology of Happiness (SpringerBriefs in Well-Being and
Quality of Life Research)
The briefs presents a model for happiness based on current knowledge in evolutionary
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Plant Pathology
Plant pathology is an applied science that deals with the nature, causes and control of
plant diseases in agriculture and forestry. The vital role of plant pathology in attaining
food security and food safety for the world cannot be overemphasized.
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Anatomy Of A Rose: Exploring The Secret Life Of Flowers
In Anatomy of a Rose, Sharman Apt Russell eloquently unveils the "inner life" of
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In this poetic rumination, which combines graceful writing with a scientist's clarity,
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Encyclopedia of Human Evolution
This comprehensive A to Z encyclopedia provides extensive coverage of important
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the relationships among the living great apes, evidence about what makes the behavior
of modern humans distinctive, and evidence about the evolutionary history of
that distinctiveness, as well as information about modern methods used to trace the
recent evolutionary history of modern human populations. This text provides a resource
for everyone studying the emergence of Homo sapiens.
Rs.147.00
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Surnames, DNA, and Family History
This book combines linguistic and historical approaches with the latest techniques of
DNA analysis and show the insights these offer for every kind of genealogical research.
It focuses on British names, tracing their origins to different parts of the British Isles
and Europe and revealing how names often remain concentrated in the districts where
they first became established centuries ago. In the process the book casts fresh light on
the ancient peopling of the British Isles. The authors consider why some names die out,
and how others have spread across the globe. They use recent advances in DNA testing
to discover whether particular surnames have a single, dual or multiple origins and
whether various forms of a name have a common origin. They show how information
from DNA can be combined with historical evidence and techniques to distinguish
between individuals with the same name and different names with similar spellings and
to identify the name of the same individual or family spelt in various ways in different
times and places.
This e-book contains 256pages
Rs.264.00
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Gravity and the Behavior of Unicellular Organisms
How do single cells recognize gravity and apply their perception to their ecological
advantage? This book summarizes historical and current approaches to this basic
question. Single cells play a significant role in food webs and also present valuable
model systems for studying the mechanisms of gravity perception, a topic of
increasing interest in these days of experimentation in space. The book is directed
to biologists and other life scientists interested in space sciences, cellular evolution,
cell motility, signal transduction and ecophysiology.
Rs.750.00
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Flowering Plant Families of the World
The definitive reference on flowering plants, thoroughly revised. The widely
acclaimed Flowering Plants of the World, the original edition of this book, has never
been surpassed in its depth and scope. Written by a team of internationally
recognized authorities, this thoroughly updated edition provides the latest information
and solidifies the book's position as the definitive guide on the subject. This e-book like
a Xerox copy
Rs.138.00
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Dictionary of Biology
This major revision of A Dictionary of Biology, including over 1,500 new entries, is the
most up-to-date biology dictionary available. Including 4,000 clear and concise entries,
it covers all the commonly encountered terms and concepts in biology, biophysics,
and biochemistry, as well as terms from medicine and palaeontology taking into account
the recent advances in these fields. Conforming to the recommendations of the Institute
of Biology, both in its definition of terms and system of classification, this superb
dictionary offers authoritative coverage of current areas of study such as molecular
biology, genetics (including genetic engineering), and biotechnology, and new areas such
as food technology, geomicrobiology, and glycobiology. It is the perfect reference source
for anyone interested in this dynamic field.
Rs.237.00
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Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology, 4 Volume Set
The field of molecular biology has revolutionized the study of biology. The applications
to medicine are enormous, ranging from diagnostic techniques for disease and
genetic disorders, to drugs, to gene therapy. Focusing on the fundamentals of
molecular biology and encompassing all aspects of the expression of genetic information,
the Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology will become the first point of reference for
both newcomers and established professionals in molecular biology needing to learn
about any particular aspect of the field.
Rs.1,250.00
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Cell Cycle in the Central Nervous System
Cell Cycle in the Central Nervous System overviews the changes in cell cycle as they relate
to prenatal and post natal brain development, progression to neurological disease or
tumor formation.Topics covered range from the cell cycle during the prenatal development
of the mammalian central nervous system to future directions in postnatal
neurogenesis through gene transfer, electrical stimulation, and stem cell
introduction. Additional chapters examine the postnatal development of neurons and glia,
the regulation of cell cycle in glia, and how that regulation may fail in pretumor conditions
or following a nonneoplastic CNS response to injury. Highlights include treatments of
the effects of deep brain stimulation on brain development and repair; the
connection between the electrophysiological properties of neuroglia, cell cycle, and
tumor progression; and the varied immunological responses and their regulation by cell cycle
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Advanced Molecular Biology
Advanced Molecular Biology emphasises the unifying principles and mechanisms of
molecular biology, with frequent use of tables and boxes to summarise experimental data
and gene and protein functions. Extensive cross-referencing between chapters is used
to reinforce and broaden the understanding of core concepts. This is the ideal source
of comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date information for all those whose work is in
the field of molecular biology.
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Encyclopedia of Science: Plant Life
Grade 10 Up-Designed to reinforce and expand material covered in high school or
college-level botany texts, this encyclopedia provides in-depth information for any
study related to plants, archaea, bacteria, algae, or fungi, from molecular-level processes
to planet-wide economic or environmental issues. The 379 signed articles, about half of
which are republished with revisions and updated bibliographies from several of
the publisher's earlier reference books, are arranged into a single alphabet, from
"Acid Precipitation" to "Zygomycetes," and average three to five, densely informative
pages each. Every selection ends with an annotated booklist-enhanced by lengthier lists
of books and Web sites in volume four-and a blizzard of see-also references. The final
volume also contains capsule biographies of 134 scientists; charts matching hundreds
of common names to scientific ones, and vice versa; an outline of classification;
a comprehensive index; and other useful features. This e book looks like Xerox copy.
Rs.255.00
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Psychology of Food Choice (Frontiers in Nutritional Science)
One of the central problems in nutrition is the difficulty of getting people to change
their dietary behaviors so as to bring about an improvement in health. What is required is
a clearer understanding of the motivations of consumers, barriers to changing diets and
how we might have an impact upon dietary behavior. This book brings together insights
from a number of sub-disciplines within psychology and related disciplines, in terms of
what they can tell us about the influence on human food choice. It is organized into five
main sections which cover: models of food choice; biological and learning influences on
food choice; societal influences; food choices across the lifespan; and, changing
dietary behavior. The contributors are all international leaders in their respective fields
and together give an overview of the current understanding of consumer food choice.
This book will be of significant interest to those researching nutrition, dietetics
and psychology.
Rs.300.00
Evolution: Cosmic, Biological, and Social
This issue initiates a series of almanacs with Evolution as its general title; these almanacs
are aimed at the consolidation of those researchers who study all the possible types
of evolutionary processes. The interdisciplinary studies have demonstrated
their effectiveness, whereas the study of evolution is one of the most fruitful areas
of interdisciplinary knowledge where representatives of natural, mathematical, and social sciences, as well as the humanities can find a common field for their research.
The Almanac is designed to present to its readers the widest possible spectrum of
subjects and problems: from the approaches of the universal evolutionism to the analysis
of particular evolutionary regularities in the development of biological, abiotic, and
social systems, culture, cognition, language, etc. The first section of the Almanac presents
a general sketch of the universal evolution, its main phases, vectors, and trends. The
second section is dedicated to the prob-lems of comparisons of different types
of macroevolution, as well as to the possibilities to use achievements of certain fields
of evolutionary research in its other fields. The third section deals with major issues of
social evolution. The topics of all the sections and articles intertwine rather tightly,
that actually transforms the present issue of the Almanac into a collective
monograph dedicated to the search for con-tours and instruments of
evolutionary megaparadigm. The Almanac's articles present a wide panorama of
the application of various approaches and concepts in the frame-work of this
emergent general paradigm that will allow to detect in a much more effective way
both fundamental similarities and essential differences between different types
of evolutionary dynamics. This Almanac will be useful both for those who
study interdisciplinary macro-problems and for specialists working in focused directions,
as well as for those who are interested up to a certain degree in the evolutionary issues
of astrophysics, geology, biology, history, anthropology, linguistics, and so on.
Rs.210.00
Physiology and Genetics: Selected Basic and Applied
Aspects (Mycota)
In the last decade the discipline of mycology has been substantially changed by new
research technologies. In particular DNA-based tools for the investigation of fungal
taxonomy, signal transduction and regulation, and biosynthetic potential have
accelerated advances in mycological knowledge. This volume presents a selection of
exciting issues on basic and applied aspects of fungal physiology and genetics. In 18
chapters renowned experts provide an overview of traditional as well as current and
future aspects of potential application of fungi in biotechnology. The contributions can be
used by scientists to keep up-to-date on the latest developments in the
corresponding research area, and by students to familiarize themselves with the
different topics.
Rs.750.00
Evidence as to Man's Place in Nature
In 1863, the biologist and educator Thomas Henry Huxley published Evidence as to
Man's Place in Nature, a compilation of his public lectures on Darwin's theory of evolution
- specifically the controversial idea of the ape ancestry of humans. An energetic supporter
of Darwin, the author of this e book argues that in order to understand the
universe, everyone must know their place in the natural world. The book is divided into
three parts, each written with the aim of persuading lay audiences. The first covers
earlier human beliefs about exotic animals, especially 'man-like' apes. In Part 2, the author
of this e book suggests that every animal on Earth is related in that all go
through developmental stages from an egg, whether the animal is 'a silkworm or a
school-boy'. Part 3 involves a discussion of recently discovered Neanderthal bones
and compares prehistoric craniums to modern human skulls.
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Biology of Deserts
This book offers a concise but comprehensive introduction to desert ecology and adopts
a strong evolutionary focus. As with other titles in the Biology of Habitats Series,
the emphasis in the book is on the organisms that dominate this harsh environment,
although theoretical and experimental aspects as well as conservation and desertification
are also considered
Deserts are defined by their arid conditions; a consequence of this aridity is that most of
the area occupied by desert is barren and monotonous, leading many people to regard it
as wasteland. However, deserts are widespread and represent surprisingly
biodiverse environments, although it is the relative simplicity of these ecosystems that
makes them more tractable for study than more complex environments. In these
resource-poor locations, natural selection is working at its most extreme and provides
some of the best-known examples of Darwinian selection.
The Biology of Deserts includes a wide range of ecological and evolutionary issues
including morphological and physiological adaptations of desert plants and animals,
species interactions, the importance of predation and parasitism, food webs, biodiversity
and conservation. It features a balance of plant and animal (both invertebrate
and vertebrate) examples, and also emphasizes topical applied issues such as
desertification and invasive species. The book concludes by considering the positive aspects
of desert conservation.
Each of the books in the Oxford Biology of Habitats Series introduces a different habitat,
and gives an integrated overview of the design, physiology, ecology, and behaviour of
the organisms found there. The practical aspects of working within each habitat, the sorts
of studies that are possible, and habitat biodiversity and conservation status are all explored.
Rs.174.00
Protein, Protein Complexes: Analysis, Modeling and
Drug Design
Given the immense progress achieved in elucidating protein protein complex structures and
in the field of protein interaction modeling, there is great demand for a book that
gives interested researchers/students a comprehensive overview of the field. This book
does just that. It focuses on what can be learned about protein protein interactions from
the analysis of protein protein complex structures and interfaces. What are the driving
forces for protein protein association? How can we extract the mechanism of
specific recognition from studying protein protein interfaces? How can this knowledge be
used to predict and design protein protein interactions (interaction regions and
complex structures)? What methods are currently employed to design protein
protein interactions, and how can we influence protein protein interactions by
mutagenesis and small-molecule drugs or peptide mimetics?
The book consists of about 15 review chapters, written by experts, on the characterization
of protein protein interfaces, structure determination of protein complexes (by NMR and
X-ray), theory of protein protein binding, dynamics of protein interfaces,
bioinformatics methods to predict interaction regions, and prediction of protein
protein complex structures (docking and homology modeling of complexes, etc.) and
design of protein protein interactions. It serves as a bridge between studying/
analyzing protein protein complex structures (interfaces), predicting interactions,
and influencing/designing interactions.
Rs.255.00
Molecular and Cell Biology For Dummies
our hands-on study guide to the inner world of the cell
Need to get a handle on molecular and cell biology? This easy-to-understand guide
explains the structure and function of the cell and how recombinant DNA technology
is changing the face of science and medicine. You discover how fundamental principles
and concepts relate to everyday life. Plus, you get plenty of study tips to improve your
grades and score higher on exams!
# Explore the world of the cell �?take a tour inside the structure and function of cells and
see how viruses attack and destroy them
# Understand the stuff of life (molecules) �?get up to speed on the structure of atoms,
types of bonds, carbohydrates, proteins, DNA, RNA, and lipids
# Watch as cells function and reproduce �?see how cells communicate, obtain matter
and energy, and copy themselves for growth, repair, and reproduction
# Make sense of genetics �?learn how parental cells organize their DNA during
sexual reproduction and how scientists can predict inheritance patterns
# Decode a cell's underlying programming �?examine how DNA is read by cells, how
it determines the traits of organisms, and how it's regulated by the cell
# Harness the power of DNA �?discover how scientists use molecular biology to
explore genomes and solve current world problems
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The life of a cell �?what it needs to survive and reproduce
Why molecules are so vital to cells
Rules that govern cell behavi# Laws of thermodynamics and cellular work
The principles of Mendelian genetics
Useful Web sites
Important events in the development of DNA technology
Ten great ways to improve your biology grade
Rs.75.00
Biology, 9th edition
Solomon/Berg/Martin, BIOLOGY is often described as the best majors text for
LEARNING biology. Working like a built-in study guide, the superbly integrated, inquirybased learning system guides you through every chapter. Key concepts appear clearly at
the beginning of each chapter and learning objectives start each section. You can
quickly review the key points at the end of each section before moving on to the next one.
At the end of the chapter, a specially focused Summary provides further reinforcement of
the learning objectives. The ninth edition offers expanded integration of the text's
three guiding themes of biology (evolution, information transfer, and energy for life)
and innovative online and multimedia resources for students and instructors
Rs.300.00
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Veterinary Protozoology
Presents a complete description of protozoan parasites and diseases they cause that
affect farm and laboratory animals, pets, and people around the world.
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Plant Cell Biology, Structure and Function
This text integrates microscopy with plant cell and molecular biology and is an
updated revision of the popular atlas of micrographs first published in 1975. It includes
over 400 micrographs.
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Biomedical Engineering Handbook
Called the "Bible of biomedical engineering," the new edition of this bestselling
handbook continues to define the field of biomedical engineering and provide
a comprehensive overview of the specific fields of activity it encompasses. This
edition represents a major revision that incorporates the technological changes
emerging since publication of the first edition in 1995 and reflects the growth and
innovations in this dynamic discipline. It includes important new sections, such
as Biomimetrics and Ethical Issues Associated with Medical Technology, a new chapter
on virtual instrumentation, and complete revisions of more than half of the
remaining chapters.
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Atlas of Dermoscopy (Encyclopedia of Visual Medicine Series)
Dr. Alfred W. Kopf, a pioneer in education and in the clinical aspects of malignant
melanoma, has joined forces with Dr. Ralph Braun and Dr. Ashfaq Marghoob to produce
this new color atlas. Covering the newest tool for early recognition of melanoma
and suspicious precursor lesions, the atlas provides a concise and practical guide that can
be used as a tutorial for learning dermoscopy. It is a quick reference that can be used
during the clinical evaluation of a particular lesion and as a general reference book.
The editors provide dermatologists and general practitioners with an up-to-date
resource covering what will soon be considered the standard of care for assessing
pigmented lesions.
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Exploring the World of Mammals
Mammals are among the most familiar - and the most diverse - life-forms. Divided into
six comprehensive volumes featuring more than 400 full-color photographs and
illustrations, the new "Exploring the World of Mammals" set provides more than
100 informative articles describing in detail specific groups of mammals, such as bears,
cats and dogs, and families of carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores. This engaging
set illustrates key life-science principles while presenting thorough information on
the mammals of the world, covering important topics such as anatomy and physiology,
food chains, interspecies partnerships, and principles of evolution and survival. Readers
will learn about the life cycle of major mammals, as well as their hunting, feeding,
and breeding habits.It includes a family tree showing how mammals fit into the
animal kingdom and how they are related to each other. Overview articles in each
volume cover the major groups of mammals. It contains "Fact File" sidebars,
including distribution maps and key data. It features "Fun Facts" and "Did You Know?"
boxes highlighting key topics such as breeding, conservation, and evolution.
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Biocommunication of Plants
Plants are sessile, highly sensitive organisms that actively compete for
environmental resources both above and below the ground. They assess their
surroundings, estimate how much energy they need for particular goals, and then realise
the optimum variant. They take measures to control certain environmental resources.
They perceive themselves and can distinguish between self and non-self. They process
and evaluate information and then modify their behaviour accordingly. These highly
diverse competences are made possible by parallel sign(alling)-mediated
communication processes within the plant body (intraorganismic), between the same,
related and different species (interorganismic), and between plants and non-plant
organisms (transorganismic). Intraorganismic communication involves signmediated interactions within cells (intracellular) and between cells (intercellular). This
is crucial in coordinating growth and development, shape and dynamics. Such
communication must function both on the local level and between widely separated
plant parts. This allows plants to coordinate appropriate response behaviours in
a differentiated manner, depending on their current developmental status and
physiological influences. Lastly, this volume documents how plant ecosphere
inhabitants communicate with each other to coordinate
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Making Sense Of Sex: How Genes And Gender Influence
Our Relationships
Why do most women prefer romance, and men, sex? Why do women live longer than
men? Why are men willing to pay for sex while women almost never are? Why are
women nearly always the primary caregivers of young children? What happens when a
man's brain is trapped in a woman's body? When is a short, balding middle-aged man
more attractive than a tall, handsome, young one? In Making Sense of Sex, the husbandand-wife team of David Barash, an evolutionary biologist, and Judith Lipton, a clinical psych .
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Basics of Biology
This volume provides students an introduction to the science of biology. It details the
history of biology, as well as many of the field's basic theories and concepts for students.
It demonstrates the modern tools and techniques that biologists use today. The
book presents the most noteworthy discoveries in biology, including those that affect
our daily lives, and easy experiments are provided for students to replicate for
biology assignments or their own personal study. This volume is part of a four-volume
series on the Basics of Hard Sciences. These volumesEarth Science, Biology, Chemistry,
and Physicswill teach high school and college students everything they need to know
to prepare research papers and classroom projects.
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Oceans (Biomes)
Explores the world's oceans, the many types of marine careers available, and
includes endangered ocean animals.
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The Cell's Design: How Chemistry Reveals the Creator's Artistry
Armed with cutting-edge techniques, biochemists have unwittingly uncovered
startling molecular features inside the cell that compel only one possible
conclusiona supernatural agent must be responsible for life. Destined to be a
landmark apologetic work, The Cell's Design explores the full scientific and theological
impact of these discoveries. Instead of focusing on the inability of natural processes
to generate life's chemical systems (as nearly all apologetics works do), Fazale Rana makes
a positive case for life's supernatural basis by highlighting the many biochemical features
that reflect the Creator's hallmark signature.
This breakthrough work extends the case for design beyond irreducible complexity.
These never-before-discussed evidences for design will evoke awe and amazement at
God's creative majesty in the remarkable elegance of the cell's chemistry.
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Life in the World's Oceans: Diversity, Distribution,
and Abundance
Life in the World's Oceans: Diversity, Abundance
and Distribution is a true landmark publication.
Comprising the synthesis and analysis of the results of the Census of Marine Life this
most important book brings together the work of around 2000 scientists from 80
nations around the globe.
The book is broadly divided into four sections, covering oceans past, oceans present,
oceans future and a final section covering the utilisation of the data which has been
gathered, and the coordination and communication of the results.
Edited by Professor Alasdair Mcintyre, Marine Life is a book which should find a place on
the shelves of all marine scientists, ecologists, conservation biologists,
oceanographers, fisheries scientists and environmental biologists. All universities
and research establishments where biological, earth and fisheries science
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One of the most important marine science books ever published
Contributions from many world leading researchers
Synthesis of a huge amount of important data
Represents the culmination of 10 years' research by 2000 scientists from 80 countries
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Biology of soil science
"Biology of Soil Science" is an important branch of agriculture which deals with studies
of different areas like soil physics; soil chemistry; soil fertility and plant nutrition; soil
survey, genesis and classification, soil mineralogy, etc. It is, therefore, essential that
this valuable natural resource is understood and conserved properly for sustained
agricultural production in India. National agricultural production is mainly dependent
upon one of the important natural resource like "soil". The maintenance and improvement
of soil productivity for sustained agricultural production necessitates the acquisition
thorough knowledge of soil science. Therefore, the teaching of soil science is one of the
most important factors for the agricultural development of the country, because the soil
is involved in every kind of farming.
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Pesticides – Formulations, Effects and Fate
This book provides an overview on a large variety of pesticide-related topics, organized
in three sections. The first part is dedicated to the "safer" pesticides derived from
natural materials, the design and the optimization of pesticides formulations, and
the techniques for pesticides application. The second part is intended to demonstrate
the agricultural products, environmental and biota pesticides contamination and the
impacts of the pesticides presence on the ecosystems. The third part presents
current investigations of the naturally occurring pesticides degradation phenomena,
the environmental effects of the break down products, and different approaches to
pesticides residues treatment. Written by leading experts in their respective areas, the
book is highly recommended to the professionals, interested in pesticides issues.
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In the Ocean (Under the Microscope)
You're familiar with the sights and sounds of the beach—birds cawing, the waves
crashing, and sand castles rising from the shore. But did you ever think about the
microscopic creatures that also enjoy a day in the ocean? In the Ocean delves deep into
the various kinds of microorganisms that exist in the ocean depths, bringing young
readers face to face with these marine life-forms.
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Characterization of Proteins
In this book an attempt is made to provide a unified approach to the problems of
protein characterization, stability, analysis, isolation,
and processing, while still bearing in mind economic considerations of scale and
values. Differences are drawn between in vivo and in vitro methods of characterization
and between analytical procedures that are appropriate to the quantities of material to
be handled.
Memory and Brain
Written by a leading neuropsychologist, this book brings together widely
scattered psychological and neurobiological research on memory to create a
definitive overview of current knowledge, proceeding from the synapse to a review of
the function and structure of neural systems and the organization of cognition.
Practical Biotransformations: A Beginner's Guide
The development of new asymmetric catalytic methods is of
fundamental importance to industrial synthetic chemistry. The demand
for optically pure synthetic intermediates and the drive to adopt
greener methods of synthesis have stimulated a growing interest in
biocatalysis as a selective and environmentally benign synthetic technique.
Practical Biotransformations: A Beginner's Guide provides an introduction
to microbes and enzymes and demonstrates their practical applications
in synthetic organic chemistry. Designed as a laboratory manual, this
user-friendly guide discusses standard laboratory techniques, with
appropriate advice on aspects of microbial practice and associated safety.
Topics covered include:
?An introduction to equipment in a biotransformations laboratory
?An overview of biocatalyst sources
?Maintenance and growth of biocatalysts
?Example biotransformations using commercially available microbes
and enzymes
?Basic gene cloning and the use of designer biocatalysts
This book will be a valuable resource for synthetic organic chemists with little
or no experience of biochemistry or microbiology. It is the authors hope
that this text will inspire readers to consider biocatalytic methods as
real alternatives to traditional synthetic solutions.
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Veterinary Neuroanatomy and Clinical Neurology
Organized by functional neurologic system, the 3rd edition of this authoritative reference
pres the most up-to-date information on neuroanatomy, neurophysiology,
neuropathology, and clinical neurology as it applies to small animals, horses, and
food animals. Accurate diagnosis is emphasized throughout with practical guidelines
for performing neurologic examinations, interpreting examination results, and
formulating effective treatment plans. In-depth disease descriptions, color images, and
video clips reinforce important concepts and assist withdiagnosis and treatment.
High School Biology Tutor
Specifically designed for high school students taking introductory and college-prep
biology courses. Topics covered include life processes; principles of ecology; cell structure
and function; genetics; a complete overview of the protista, fungi, plant, and
animal kingdoms; and an in-depth section on human anatomy. This is a study aid that
the biology student will not want to be without.
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Animals: From Mythology to Zoology
Animals begins its story in ancient Greece, at a time when thinkers were trying to construct
a coherent image of the universe. They needed to make sense of the world around them
and the earliest theories explaining the origins of animals were drawn from the experiences
of hunters. Greek philosophers eventually came to realize that careful observation of
the animal kingdom is the only basis for a true understanding of the natural world. With
this realization in mind, they laid the foundation of what would become a scientific
approach to phenomena.
Animals provides brief glimpses of some of the events that have led to the present
scientific understanding of animals, as well as short accounts of the lives of a few of
the remarkable individuals who have contributed to that story. Describing a few of
the changing ideas that have shaped the way people see the world of animals, this new,
full-color book examines some of the research that has revealed their physiology
and explained their evolution and behavior. It explores the discovery of the gene, the
physical structure of DNA, and how the genetic constitution of species came to be used
to determine their relationships.Animals contains a glossary defining technical terms as
well as a list of books and Web sites for further information.
Chapters include:
Where Do Animals Come From? The Beginning of Science Menageries and Zoos
Travelers' Tales Fantastic Beasts Fantastic Humans Observation and
Understanding Classifying and Experimenting Generation, Species, and Evolution
Genetics and Relationships Animal Behavior.
Science of Everyday Things: Real-Life Biology
This 4-vol. set illustrates the importance of scientific and mathematical principles
through their use in everyday life.
Each volume focuses on a specific scientific discipline chemistry, physics, biology and
earth sciences offering students an in-depth understanding of each discipline and its theories.
Creating a sense of real-life relevance for students, the Science of Everyday Things
expands on the explanations of scientific principles and concepts using a straightforward,
step-by-step approach, and presents theories in their everyday applications.
Some of the entries covered include: how osmosis is used in dehydrating fruit; how
the principles of aerodynamics are applied to cars; Charles' law and the chemical
reaction that sets off an airbag; how algorithms are used to figure out the NCAA
playoff tournaments; and more. Each volume the Science of Everyday Things
presents approximately 40-50 entries and includes photos, diagrams, sidebars
containing short glossaries and interesting facts and details relating to each principle.
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Principles of Microbiology
Genetic determinants have been shown to consist of deoxyribonucleic
acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA). Enzymes are synthesized under
the direction of nucleic acids, and enzymes, thus synthesized,
are responsible for essentially all processes that occur in
microorganisms. Experiments with. both bacteria (pneumococci) and
viruses (radioisotope tests) have established roles of nucleic acids as
determinants in microbial variations. Microorganisms are excellent for
genetic studies, primarily because of haploid conditions in many of them and
the ability of observers to detect mutations easily and test very
large populations in short time periods. Permanent changes in bacteria can
be differentiated from induced temporary types by fluctuation and replica
plate techniques. Changes in DNA structure are termed mutations, and
they occur in genes of chromosomes. Each gene may have a multiplicity
of mutable sites. Since codons code for amino acids, a missense
mutation occurs when a codon that codes for a new amino acid replaces a
codon of a DNA chain, and a nonsense mutation results from replacement with
a codon that codes for no amino acid. An altered nucleotide sequence
may be restored to its original order by a reverse mutation, or an
altered nucleotide sequence may be compensated for through a
suppressor mutation. Either the DNA structure or the manner in which
RNA is read may be altered.
Dictionary of Microbiology & Molecular Biology
This Third, Revised Edition of a unique, encyclopaedic reference work covers
the whole field of pure and applied microbiology and microbial molecular
biology in one volume. The Dictionary of Microbiology and Molecular
Biology, Third Edition, Revised:
Reflects the latest developments in the field
Features over 18,000 entries from concise definitions of terms to reviewlength articles
Provides extensive cross-referencing between topics
Includes numerous references from scientific journals and other
relevant sources
With its wide-ranging description of different areas of microbiology,
the Dictionary of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Third Edition, Revised is
an indispensable reference for every researcher, lecturer and student.
This e-book is of 2006 edition and contains 908 pages
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Genetics For Dummies
Reveals the connections between genetics and specific diseases
Understand the science and the ethics behind genetics
Want to know more about genetics? This non-intimidating guide gets you up to speed on
all the fundamentals. From dominant and recessive inherited traits to the DNA doublehelix, you get clear explanations in easy-to-understand terms. Plus, you'll see how people
are applying genetic science to fight disease, develop new products, solve crimes . . .
and even clone cats.
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How traits are passed on
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The basics of cloning
The role of DNA in forensics
The scoop on the Human Genome Project
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Chocolate Science and Technology
This book provides an overview of the science and technology of
chocolate manufacture from cocoa production, through the
manufacturing processes, to the sensory, nutrition and health aspects
of chocolate consumption.
It covers cocoa cultivation and production with special attention paid to
cocoa bean composition, genotypic variations in the bean, post-harvest
pre-treatments, fermentation and drying processes, and the biochemical
basis of these operations. The scientific principles behind industrial
chocolate manufacture are outlined with detailed explanations of the
various stages of chocolate manufacturing including mixing, refining,
conching and tempering. Other topics covered include the chemistry of
flavour formation and development during cocoa processing and
chocolate manufacture; volatile flavour compounds and their characteristics
and identification; sensory descriptions and character; and flavour release
and perception in chocolate. The nutritional and health benefits of cocoa
and chocolate consumption are also addressed.
There is a focus throughout on those factors that influence the flavour
and quality characteristics of the finished chocolate and that provide scope
for process optimization and improvement. The book is designed to be a
desk reference for all those engaged in the business of making and
using chocolate worldwide; confectionery and chocolate scientists in
industry and academia; students and practising food scientists
and technologists; nutritionists and other health professionals; and libraries
of institutions where food science is studied and researched.
* an overview of the science behind chocolate manufacture
* covers the whole process from cocoa production, through manufacturing,
to the nutrition and health aspects of chocolate consumption
* focuses on factors that influence chocolate flavour and quality, and
that provide scope for process optimization and improvement.
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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Birds ...
But Were Afraid to Ask
This RSPB-endorsed book answers all those burning questions about birds that beginners
and experts alike may ask themselves as they go about their birding. How do ducks
keep their feet from freezing in winter? Why don't swallows stay in Africa? Are birds
really dinosaurs, or were dinosaurs really birds? How is it decided whether bird species
should be 'split' or 'lumped'? Taking a 'questions and answers' approach, each
specific question leads to an answer which expands the theme under discussion, so that
all aspects of bird life and the hobby of birding are covered. The scientifically
rigorous answers together form an impressive and fascinating body of birdrelated information. This highly readable book will intrigue anyone with an interest in
birds. "Concise and informative, in a chatty everyday stylea great book for dipping into."
Birds "Packed with hundreds of questions that anyone broadly interested in birds might
ask, each one answered in an easy-to-understand manner. Excellent for anyone, new
to birdwatching or not." BTO News
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Life in Space: Astrobiology for Everyone
Life is a property of the universe. We may not know how it began or where else it exists,
but we have come to know a great deal about how it relates to stars, planets, and the
larger cosmos. In clear and compelling terms, this book shows how the emerging field
of astrobiology investigates the nature of life in space. How did life begin? How common is
it? Where do we fit in? These are the important questions that astrobiology seeks to answer.
A truly interdisciplinary endeavor, astrobiology looks at the evidence of astronomy,
biology, physics, chemistry, and a host of other fields. A grand narrative emerges,
beginning from the smallest, most common particles yet producing amazing complexity
and order. Lucas Mix is a congenial guide through the depths of astrobiology, exploring
how the presence of planets around other stars affects our knowledge of our own; how
water, carbon, and electrons interact to form life as we know it; and how the processes
of evolution and entropy act upon every living thing.
This book also reveals that our understanding and our context are deeply intertwined.
It shows how much astrobiology can tell us about who we are—as a planet, as a species,
and as individuals.
On Cloning
Cloning: few words have as much potential to grip our imagination or grab the headlines.
No longer the stuff of science fiction or Star Wars - it is happening now. Yet human cloning
is currently banned throughout the world, and therapeutic cloning banned in many countries.
In this highly controversial book, John Harris does a lot more than ask why we are so
afraid of cloning. He presents a deft and informed defense of human cloning,
carefully exposing the rhetorical and highly dubious arguments against it. He begins with
a welcome introduction to what a human clone is, before tackling some of the most
common and frequently bizarre criticisms of cloning: Is it really wicked? Can we regulate
it? What about the welfare of cloned children? Does it turn human beings into commodities?
Dismissing one by one some of the myths about human cloning, in particular that it
is degrading and unsafe, he astutely argues that some of our most cherished values, such
as the freedom to start a family and the freedom from state control, actually support the
case for human cloning.
Offering a brave and lucid insight into this ethical minefield, John Harris at last shows that
far from ending the diversity of human life or creating a race of super-clones, cloning has
the power to improve and heal human life.
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Human Microbiology
This text provides a concise review of the biology of the three important groups of
micro-organisms that infect humans: bacteria, viruses and fungi. It examines the biology
of micro-organisms that infect humans, and considers the key features that
characterize micro-organisms that cause illness and those that do not. It
concentrates attention on the underlying principles that determine why certain microbes
are harmful and places this behaviour in terms of the biology of parasitism in general.
Human Microbiology is not intended to cover all aspects of general microbiology and does
not catalogue the entire canon of infectious agents, but it demystifies the
increasing reportage of human infections.
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Life Science (Student Book and Investigations Manual)
With engaging inquiry-based investigations, large, full-color diagrams and illustrations,
and real-world connections, students enjoy and retain key biology concepts. This
Middle School textbook includes cells, the human body, heredity, evolution, DNA
structure and functions, classification, and many other topics, including the vital
relationships between our physical environment and our bodies.
Landscape one-concept page spreads and full-color graphics enhance learning and retention.
Investigations Manual
Students learn best through direct experience and discovery.
- 40 hands-on investigations (two per chapter) and 9 lab skills activities
- Completely integrated with readings in student text
- Students design and conduct experiments; construct and test conclusions; observe
results; and gather, record, and analyze data
- Key questions begin each investigation to focus the student on major concepts
Neuroethology: Nerve Cells and the Natural Behavior
of Animals
This book introduces basic concepts in neuroethyoloy (and in brain science), like the
auditory system, visual system, time/space perception in an orderly and concise
manner. Each subject is explained by investigating the relevant research on a certain
animal (lots of bugs bats!). The only setback to the book is its age: some research has
lost relevance. And, yes, Prof. Camhi certainly brings the subject to life by means of a
great deal of enthusiasm. Also, here's an author who's actually a very nice person in
real life.:-)
Neuroethology is the biological approach to the study of the neural basis of behavior.
Thus, the focus is on the role of the nervous system in behavior, but the perspective is
that which is called 'ethological'. The ethological approach emphasizes the causation,
the development, the evolution, and the function of behavior and neuroethologists seek
to understand this in terms of neural circuits. Neuroethology is the study of natural
behavior, which, in the older scientific literature, was called "instinctive behavior" or
"innate behavior". Neuroethologists base their studies on behavioral studies that often
are done in the field on the animal's own turf.
The neural approaches used in neuroethology are as diverse as the field of
neuroscience itself. Thus, some neuroethologists use behavioral methods only to ask
profound questions about the organization of underlying neural circuits. Some
use intracellular recording techniques to probe one cell at a time in some neural circuit that
is involved in a particular behavior. Some use neuroanatomical techniques, some
use comparative methods to look at how nervous systems differ from one species to
another. Molecular methods are used to explore phylogenetic relationships. All sorts
of molecular and cellular methods are used to explore neural connections and to
uncover diversity and specialization of nerve cells. Computer modeling is used to
predict behavior of neural circuits.
The subjects in neuroethology are as diverse as the animal kingdom. Neuroethologists
are interested in comparative aspects of behavior and in the evolution of the nervous
system. The comparative method is used in many studies. A typical assemblage
of neuroethologists is likely to talk about jellyfish and corals, sea squirts and sea
slugs, insects and insectivores, slugs and bugs, birds and bats, frogs or toads, and
even mammals. Some may be interested in behavioral processes, not a particular
group, others in neural computation and algorithms, not any particular system. Somehow
the field holds together by the mutual attraction of neuroethologists to like-minded
concern for diversity of animal nervous systems and their role in behavior.
The Eye: The Physiology of Human Perception
The scientific study of the eye is believed to have originated with the Greek
physician Herophilus, who lived from about 335 to 280 BCE. Indeed, from his work came
the words that we use today to describe the various parts of the eye, including the
words retina and cornea. In Herophilus�?day, scientists believed that we could see
because beams of light came out of our eyes and fi xed on
objects. In the centuries since, doctors and anatomists have discovered that vision relies
on just the opposite effect. Human eyes are actually light collectors. Light rays travel
from objects around us and stimulate the lightsensitive cells in our eyes. This book takes
a look at these amazing organs and how they function to allow us to see the world.
Anyone staring into another person’s eye would notice
that its exterior is mostly white. This part of the human eye, the sclera, is made up of fi
brous tissue and provides a tough protective coating around the whole eyeball. The
most noticeable part of any eye is the coloured iris and the dark pupil that it surrounds.
The iris, which works much like the aperture of a camera, expands in darkness to let
more light into the pupil and contracts in bright light
to keep the light-sensitive cells from being overwhelmed. The colour of the iris comes
from melanin, a substance that protects the eye from absorbing strong light. In the centre
of the iris is the pupil, which allows light and other visual information into the interior of
the eye. The iris and pupil are protected by a transparent, domelike cover called the
cornea. Light enters the interior of the eye by passing through a crystalline lens, which
bulges or fl attens, depending on how far away an image is, and then through a semisolid
gel-fi lled chamber called the vitreous body. The vitreous body gives the eye shape and
fl exibility. Finally, the light reaches the retina, a membrane made up of
Understanding The Human Machine: A Primer
For Bioengineering
This introductory book for undergraduate students poses a question: What is
bioengineering all about? After offering a reference frame and defining the objectives
(chapter 1), quot;physiologyquot; (chapter 2) is presented as a source material followed
by quot;signalsquot; (chapter 3) and quot;signal pick upquot; (chapter 4). Chapter 5
deals with the biological amplifier. Reading the signal and the need for mathematical
models are the subject matter, respectively, of chapters 6 and 7; they only provide
guidance. The last chapter tries to look ahead. Sometimes, the subject is treated in
relative depth; at times, the visit is more superficial. Formation rather than information
is favored. Historical shots supply background material and spicy insights. Style is
light, sprinkled with a little humor. There are exercises which allow students to
learn independently.
Evolution of the Human Diet: The Known, the Unknown,
and the Unknowable (Human Evolution Series)
We are interested in the evolution of hominin diets for several reasons. One is
the fundamental concern over our present-day eating habits and the consequences of
our societal choices, such as obesity prevalent in some cultures and starvation in
others. Another is that humans have learned to feed themselves in extremely
varied environments, and these adaptations, which are fundamentally different from those
of our closest biological relatives, have to have had historical roots of varying depth.
The third, and the reason why most paleoanthropologists are interested in this question,
is that a species' trophic level and feeding adaptations can have a strong effect on body
size, locomotion, life history strategies, geographic range, habitat choice, and social
behavior.Diet is key to understanding the ecology and evolution of our distant ancestors
and their kin, the early hominins. A study of the range of foods eaten by our
progenitors underscores just how unhealthy many of our diets are today. This volume
brings together authorities from disparate fields to offer new insights into the diets of
our ancestors. Paleontologists, archaeologists, primatologists, nutritionists and
other researchers all contribute pieces to the puzzle. This volume has at its core four
main sections: DT Reconstructed diets based on hominin fossilstooth size, shape,
structure, wear, and chemistry, mandibular biomechanics DT Archaeological evidence
of subsistencestone tools and modified bones DT Models of early hominin diets based on
the diets of living primatesboth human and non-human, paleoecology, and energetics
DT Nutritional analyses and their implications for evolutionary medicine New techniques
for gleaning information from fossil teeth, bones, and stone tools, new theories
stemming from studies of paleoecology, and new models coming from analogy with
modern humans and other primates all contribute to our understanding. When
these approaches are brought together, they offer an impressive glimpse into the lives of
our distant ancestors. The contributions in this volume explore the frontiers of our
knowledge in each of these disciplines as they address the knowns, the unknowns, and
the unknowables of the evolution of hominin diets
Biology of Personality and Individual Differences
This is the first book to provide an overview of current research using cutting-edge
genetic and neuroimaging methods in the study of personality. Integrating compelling lines
of inquiry that until now have largely remained disparate, the volume brings together
leading investigators from personality psychology; clinical psychology and
psychiatry; cognitive, affective, and behavioral neuroscience; and comparative
psychology. Coverage includes the structure of personality and its mapping onto
biology, genetic markers for individual differences, vulnerability to psychopathology,
sex differences, age-related processes, and functional neuroimaging approaches.
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Biology: An Illustrated Guide to Science
Biology: An Illustrated Guide to Sciencequot; is one of eight volumes in quot;Facts
On File'squot; new quot;Science Visual Resourcesquot; set. Containing six sections,
a comprehensive glossary, a Web site guide, and an index, quot;Biologyquot; is an
ideal learning tool for students and teachers of science. Full-colour diagrams, graphs,
charts, and maps on every page illustrate the essential elements of the subject, while
parallel text provides key definitions and step-by-step explanations. quot;Unityquot; looks at the basic chemistry of all biological systems, such as carbohydrates, fats,
and proteins. It also describes the essential instruments and techniques of biology.
This section furthermore describes the most vital life processes from photosynthesis
to respiration. quot;Continuityquot; - considers the ways in which biological
systems reproduce. The basics of all forms of biological reproduction are covered, from
those of unicellular organisms to flowering plants and mammals. It also details the
genetic mechanisms of inheritance from one generation to the next. quot;Diversityquot;
- provides an overview of the vast range of living organisms that inhabit Earth. The
major categories that biologists use to classify these organisms are described, with
examples provided. quot;Maintenancequot; - examines the ways in which various kinds
of living organisms carry out everyday life processes, such as breathing, eating,
movement, and excretion. quot;Human biologyquot; - takes a closer look at the
essential biological structures and functions of the human body. It describes how the
raw materials required are taken in, digested, and transported to where they are
needed; how waste products are removed; and how the body is able to sense and
interact with its environment. quot;Ecologyquot; - provides a brief look at how
living organisms influence and are influenced by the planet they live on. The broadest of
all biological processes are traced: the complex webs of survival that link the
simplest bacteria to the most sophisticated carnivores. Finally, the elemental relations
by which chemical and geological processes form the conditions for life are outlined.
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Fascinating Insects: Some Aspects of Insect Life
This book highlights the very successful and much diversified group of organisms, the
insects, and deals with some interesting aspects of insect life, which are often ignored
in entomology textbooks. There are chapters on ants making "slaves;" insect
migrations; chemical defence strategies; parental care and love; AIDS and insects;
killer bees; and intelligence. The book also includes first-hand experiences of the
great traveler-naturalist Prof. P. Jolivet, who narrates the re-emergence of the 17-yearcycle cicada in the USA in May 2004; the occurrence of insects on the great tepuys
of Venezuela; marching of army ants in the tropical Africa; and much more.
310 pages
Bird Song: Biological Themes and Variations
Bird song is one of the most remarkable and imive sounds in the natural world, and
has inspired not only students of natural history, but also great writers, poets and
composers. Extensively updated from the first edition, the main thrust of the book is
to suggest that the two main functions of song are attracting a mate and defending
territory. It shows how this evolutionary ure has led to the amazing variety and
complexity we see in the songs of different species throughout the world. Writing primarily
for students and researchers in animal behavior, the authors review over 1000
scientific papers and reveal how scientists are beginning to unravel and understand how
and why birds communicate with the elaborate vocalizations we call song. Highly
illustrated throughout and written in straightforward language, Bird Song also holds
appeal for amateur ornithologists with some knowledge of biology.
First Four Million Years of Human Evolution
(Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B)
Our hope was to bring about a new understanding of early hominin evolution by
bringing together the newest fossils and the latest analytical methods, and we think
the meeting at least helped progress towards that ambitious goal. But the meeting
also provided the first opportunity to present many of the newest discoveries to scientific
and public audiences alike. A memorable conference dinner was accompanied by a display
of replicas of spectacular new material such as the just-published Ardipithecus skeleton,
and the reconstructed Sahelanthropus cranium.
In the event, we have not been able to publish all of the contributions made at the
meeting, and this unfortunately included a description of the very complete
australopithecine skeleton from Sterkfontein mentioned earlier. Nevertheless we feel that
The first four million years of human evolution was an appropriate measure of how
much progress the field of palaeoanthropology (a term unknown 150 years ago) has made
in meeting Charles Darwin’s expectations. We would like to thank all the staff of the
Royal Society who worked on the planning and running of the meeting, and the editorial
team who has worked so hard to bring this volume to fruition.
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Botany for Gardeners
A clear, nontechnical explanation of how plants work, and our bestselling book. It succeeds
in explaining the complex processes of plant growth, functions, adaptation, responses,
and reproduction in simple language. As the author intended, the gardener can come
to understand a plant quot;from the plant's point of view.quot;
This book is intended to give new meaning to many gardening practices by looking at
them from the plant's point of view.quot; The entire breadth of botanical science is
surveyed: the structure, function, and evolution of plants, how plants are constructed
from cells and how they grow, responses to environments and adaptations, the process
of photosynthesis, and plant reproduction and genetics. All of these topics are treated
in highly readable fashion, with excellent color photographs and line drawings serving
to illustrate clearly points made in the text. The reader is introduced painlessly to
the technical terms of botany.
Plant Cell Culture: Essential Methods
The ability to culture cells is fundamental for mass propagation and as a baseline for
the genetic manipulation of plant nuclei and organelles. The introduction to Plant Cell
Culture: Essential Methods provides a general background to plant cell culture, including
basic principles, technologies and laboratory practices that underpin the more
detailed techniques described in subsequent chapters. Whilst each chapter provides
a background to the topic area and methodology, a crucial aspect is the provision of
detailed protocols with emphasis on trouble shooting, describing common problems
and detailed advice for their avoidance. Plant Cell Culture: Essential Methods provides
the reader with a concise overview of these techniques, including
micropropagation, mutagenesis, cryopreservation, genetic and plastid transformation
and somatic cell technologies. This book will be an essential addition to any plant
science laboratory's bookshelf.
* Highlights the best and most up-to-date techniques for working on plant cell culture
* Explains clearly and precisely how to carry out selected techniques in addition
to background information on the various approaches
* Chapters are written by leading international authorities in the field and cover both
well-known and new, tried and tested, methods for working in plant cell culture
An essential laboratory manual for students and early-career researchers.
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Science of Evolution and the Myth of Creationism:
Knowing What's Real and Why It Matters
This clear, lively, and systematic presentation examines the scientific evidence for
evolution and reaches for the widest possible audience—from scientific minds to those with
no science background at all. Forcefully rejecting creationist objections to evolution
and including a critique of Intelligent Design, it argues that they are part of a larger
social agenda. With discussion that celebrates the fascination to be found in studying
the diversity and complexity of life, this examination suggests with some urgency that
the science of evolution is crucial to the existence of science itself.
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Steps towards Life: A Perspective on Evolution
This fascinating work, co-authored by a Nobel Prize winning scientist, extends Darwin's
ideas on natural selection back into evolutionary time and applies them to the
molecular"fossil record"that preceded the origin of life. Using the techniques of
molecular biology, the book demonstrates that life on Earth is the inevitable result of
certain chance events that took place in the unique history of our planet. Further, we can
not only precisely formulate the laws governing the emergence of life, but we can test
them under controlled laboratory conditions. In fact, the authors show how it is
perfectly possible to construct evolutionary acceleratorsmachines which optimize
the conditions for certain events and which can be used to demonstrate their
theoretical conclusions in laboratory experiments.
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Marine Science Handbook
Marine Science Handbook is the ideal primer for middle and high school students on
the subject of marine science. In this one-stop resource, almost 1,500 key terms relating
to marine science are presented in a glossary, along with approximately 250 biographies
of individuals who have made important contributions to marine science. A useful
chronology composed of nearly 200 entries describes significant milestones in
the development of marine science from antiquity to the present, and a selection of easyto-read charts and tables adds a visual component that allows students to see
concrete representations of selected concepts presented in the work. This volume includes
a preface, introduction, index, and bibliography of titles and websites to guide
further research as well as an appendix, Prefixes and Suffixes of the Marine Environment.
Introduction to Protein Architecture: The Structural Biology
of Proteins
Written in a clear and engaging style, and profusely illustrated with superb
computer graphics, Introduction to Protein Architecture is a textbook for second and
third year undergraduate students and beginning post-graduate students, and will be
of interest to all biological and medical scientists whose work touches on proteins.
The structures and functions of proteins unlock the secrets inherent in genomes, including
the human genome. The emphasis of this book is on protein architecture, on proteins
as three-dimensional patterns. A new field, bioinformatics, has grown up around gene
and protein sequences and structures. It has captured the interest of many scientists for
its intellectual challenges, its potential for useful applications, and promising scope
for careers. This book introduces the use of the World Wide Web in bioinformatics.
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Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Biotechnology is the manipulation of a living organism to increase its usefulness. Though it
is commonly thought of as a modern practice, it actually began when the early
farming civilizations began choosing which crops to plant annually. In recent
decades, however, biotechnology has undergone drastic changes due to advances in
genetic engineering. Scientists can now alter the DNA of living organisms. (Part I begins
with a history of biotechnology and its effect on agriculture, medicine, and the
environment. The second chapter focuses on the United States, with emphasis on
recent progress and new applications. Equal time is spent discussing the efforts of
human rights advocates, animal rights advocates, and environmentalists to create
definitive governmental regulations for this budding industry. The third chapter looks at
how biotechnology has impacted the world, providing case studies of its history and
current role in Japan, India, Germany, and South Africa. Part II draws together significant
U.S. and international primary source documents and part III gathers useful research tools.
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Nature Via Nurture: Genes, Experience, and What Makes
Us Human
Following his highly praised and bestselling book Genome: The Autobiography of a Species
in 23 Chapters, Matt Ridley has written a brilliant and profound book about the roots
of human behavior. Nature via Nurture explores the complex and endlessly
intriguing question of what makes us who we are.
In February 2001 it was announced that the human genome contains not 100,000 genes,
as originally postulated, but only 30,000. This startling revision led some scientists
to conclude that there are simply not enough human genes to account for all the
different ways people behave: we must be made by nurture, not nature. Yet again
biology was to be stretched on the Procrustean bed of the nature-nurture debate. Matt
Ridley argues that the emerging truth is far more interesting than this myth. Nurture
depends on genes, too, and genes need nurture. Genes not only predetermine the
broad structure of the brain, they also absorb formative experiences, react to social cues,
and even run memory. They are consequences as well as causes of the will.
Published fifty years after the discovery of the double helix of DNA, Nature via
Nurture chronicles a revolution in our understanding of genes. Ridley recounts the
hundred years' war between the partisans of nature and nurture to explain how
this paradoxical creature, the human being, can be simultaneously free-willed and
motivated by instinct and culture. Nature via Nurture is an enthralling,up-to-theminute account of how genes build brains to absorb experience.
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Animal Evolution: Genomes, Fossils, and Trees
Animal life, now and over the past half billion years, is incredibly diverse. Describing
and understanding the evolution of this diversity of body plans - from vertebrates such
as humans and fish to the numerous invertebrate groups including sponges,
insects, molluscs, and the many groups of worms - is a major goal of evolutionary biology.
In this book, a group of leading researchers adopt a modern, integrated approach to
describe how current molecular genetic techniques and disciplines as diverse
as palaeontology, embryology, and genomics have been combined, resulting in a
dramatic renaissance in the study of animal evolution.
The last decade has seen growing interest in evolutionary biology fuelled by a wealth of
data from molecular biology. Modern phylogenies integrating evidence from
molecules, embryological data, and morphology of living and fossil taxa provide a
wide consensus of the major branching patterns of the tree of life; moreover, the
links between phenotype and genotype are increasingly well understood. This has resulted
in a reliable tree of relationships that has been widely accepted and has spawned
numerous new and exciting questions that require a reassessment of the origins and
radiation of animal life. The focus of this volume is at the level of major animal groups,
the morphological innovations that define them, and the mechanisms of change to
their embryology that have resulted in their evolution. Current research themes and
future prospects are highlighted including phylogeny reconstruction,
comparative developmental biology, the value of different sources of data and the
importance of fossils, homology assessment, character evolution, phylogeny of major
groups of animals, and genome evolution. These topics are integrated in the light of a
'new animal phylogeny', to provide fresh insights into the patterns and processes of
animal evolution.
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Developmental Biology: From a Cell to an Organism
In labs, clinics, and companies around the world, an amazing revolution in our
understanding of life has taken place. This revolution makes the news nearly every day
and has dramatically changed the way medicine is practiced, but the headlines often
seem mysterious and scary. Today, discoveries are made at such a dizzying pace that
even scientists - let alone the public - can barely keep up. The six-volume Genetics
and Evolution set aims to explain what is happening in biological research and put things
into perspective for high school students and the general public. Providing up-todate research as well as a basis for understanding all aspects of life, this new full-color
set highlights key issues in the field of biology and how genetics and evolution are
drawn together in a powerful way. Providing a detailed look at how these sciences are
likely to shape science and society in the future, the books in this accessible set aim to fill
an important niche by connecting the history of scientific ideas and methods to their
impact on today's research. This set is ideal for high school and college students interested
in these exciting areas of scientific research.
Physical Biochemistry: Principles and Applications
The second edition of this successful textbook explains the basic principles behind the
key techniques currently used in the modern biochemical laboratory and describes the
pros and cons of each technique and compares one to another. It is nonmathematical, comprehensive and approachable for students who are not physical chemists.
* A major update of this comprehensive, accessible introduction to physical biochemistry.
* Includes two new chapters on proteomics and bioinformatics.
* Introduces experimental approaches with a minimum of mathematics and
numerous practical examples.
* Provides a bibliography at the end of each chapter.
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Teaching About Evolution and the Nature of Science
Today many school students are shielded from one of the most important concepts in
modern science: evolution. In engaging and conversational style, "Teaching About
Evolution and the Nature of Science" provides a well-structured framework for
understanding and teaching evolution. Written for teachers, parents, and community
officials as well as scientists and educators, this book describes how evolution reveals
both the great diversity and similarity among the Earth's organisms; it explores how
scientists approach the question of evolution; and it illustrates the nature of science as a
way of knowing about the natural world.
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Biotechnology and Plant Genetic Resources Conservation
and Use
Advances in molecular and cell biology have led to the development of a whole range
of techniques for manipulating genomes, collectively termed biotechnology. Although much
of the focus in the plant sciences has been on the direct manipulation of plant
genomes, biotechnology has also catalyzed a renewed emphasis on the importance
of biological and genetic diversity and its conservation. The methods of biotechnology
now permit a greater understanding of both species and genetic diversity in plants,
the mechanisms by which that variation is generated in nature, and the significance of
that variation in the adaptation of plants to their environment. They allow the development
of rapid methods for screening germplasm for specific characters and promote more
effective conservation strategies by defining the extent of genetic diversity. Tissue
culture-based techniques are available for conserving germplasm that cannot be
maintained by more traditional methods. Also sophisticated informatics systems
enable information on plant genetics and molecular biology to be cross-related to
systematic, ecological and other data through international networks.
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Modern Food Microbiology 6th. Ed.
An Aspen Food Science Text Series Book. A new, sixth edition brings benefits to
professors and students alike who will find new chapters on food preservation by
modified atmosphere, high pressure and pulsed electric field processing, and
foodborne pathogens; additional sections covering new food regulations, fresh-cut
produce, new food products, and risk assessment and analysis; and thorough updating
of taxonomies, text, illustrations, and references throughout. Coverage includes:
historical background; overview of microorganisms in food and what allows them to
grow; specific microorganisms in fresh, fermented, and processed meats, poultry,
seafood, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, and other products; scientific methods for
finding and measuring microorganisms and their products in foods; scientific methods
for preserving foods; food safety and quality controls; foodborne diseases; and indepth references following each chapter, appendixes, and index.
Plant Growth and Climate Change
Evidence grows daily of the changing climate and its impact on plants and animals.
Plant function is inextricably linked to climate and atmospheric carbon dioxide
concentration. On the shortest and smallest scales, the climate affects the plant#8217;
s immediate environment and so directly influences physiological processes. At larger
scales, the climate influences species distribution and community composition, as well as
the viability of different crops in managed ecosystems. Plant growth also influences the
local, regional and global climate, through the exchanges of energy and gases between
the plants and the air around them.
Plant Growth and Climate Change examines the major aspects of how anthropogenic
climate change affects plants, focusing on several key determinants of plant
growth: atmospheric CO2, temperature, water availability and the interactions between
these factors. The book demonstrates the variety of techniques used across plant
science: detailed physiology in controlled environments; observational studies based on
long-term data sets; field manipulation experiments and modelling. It is directed at
advanced-level university students, researchers and professionals across the range of
plant science disciplines, including plant physiology, plant ecology and crop science. It
will also be of interest to earth system scientists.
Climatic conditions are key determinants of plant growth, whether at the scale of
temperature regulation of the cell cycle, or at the scale of the geographic limits for
a particular species. The climate is changing, due to human activities - particularly
the emission of greenhouse gases - and therefore the conditions for the
establishment, growth, reproduction, survival and distribution of plant species are
changing.This volume explores plant growth and anthropogenic climate change,
considering the effects of ecology on physiology, and agricultural as well as wider
vegetation science. It focuses on the features of climate that are important to
plants, emphasising aspects of temporal pattern, seasonality and extremes.
Individual chapters discuss the mechanisms underlying physiological and ecological
responses to the key variables in climate change - in particular, changing plant function
over time (acclimation) and also between species (adaptation), functional types and
growth forms. The complexities of these interactions are illustrated with reviews of
recent experimental manipulations of plants at the community level in a wide range
of environments, and the roles and limitations of the models widely used to predict
plant growth and productivity from climate information are examined.
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Functional Biochemistry in Health and Disease
Functional Biochemistry in Health and Disease provides a clear and straightforward account
of the biochemistry that is necessary to understand the physiological functions of tissues
or organs essential to the life of human beings. Focusing on the dynamic aspects
of biochemistry and its application to the basic functions of the body, the book bridges
the gap between biochemistry and medical practice.
Carefully structured within five sections, each biochemical, physiological or medical
subject that is covered in the book is presented in one complete chapter. Consequently,
each subject can be read and studied in isolation although cross-sectional links between
the subjects are included where necessary. Background material, both biochemical
and medical, that is necessary for an understanding of the subject, is included at the start
of each chapter and clear, relevant diagrams enhance students' understanding.
* Focuses on medically relevant aspects of biochemistry written from a physiological
rather than a chemical perspective.
* Clear presentation that minimises the use of jargon.
* Each chapter contains boxes on related topics, relevant diagrams and a brief glossary.
* Coverage includes athletic performance, apoptosis and the immune system.
* Key historical developments are included to show how modern biochemistry has evolved.
By linking biochemistry, medical education and clinical practice this book will prove
invaluable to students in medical and health sciences, biomedical science and human
biology taking an introductory biochemistry course. In addition it will appeal to
biochemistry and biology students interested in clinical applications of biochemistry.
Molecular Genetics of Plant Development
The purpose of this textbook is to present classical plant development in modern,
molecular-genetic terms. The study of plant development is rapidly changing as
genome sequencing projects uncover a multitude of new genes. This book provides
a framework for integrating gene discovery and genome analysis into the context of
plant development. Taking a systems approach, concepts in plant development are
compared to those in animal development, and complex processes, such as flowering
and photomorphogenesis, are presented as pathways of gene action regulated by
positional and environmental cues. The author places emphasis on organ formation, such
as the development of roots, shoots and leaves; and life cycle events such as
embryogenesis, seedling development, and the transition to flowering. The book
takes examples primarily from model plants with well-studied genetic systems,
particularly Arabidopsis and maize. Molecular Genetics of Plant Development is designed to
be used as a textbook for upper division or graduate courses in plant development. This
looks like a Xerox copy,
Environmental Biotechnology
Environmental Biotechnology (Ebt) Is A New Emerging Discipline Which Integrates
Live Materials, Mainly Plants, Some Very Small Animals Like The Earthworms, And
The Microorganisms To Address The Problems Of Environmental Management And
Sustainable Development. The Technology Originated In Germany In The 1930S, But
Gained Importance In The 1980S When Researches In Biotechnology Discovered
The Environmental Virtues Of Some Specially Adapted Plants And The Microbes (And Now
The Earthworms About Which Sir Charles Darwin Had Predicted Long Ago). Ebt Has
Given Birth To An Allied Discipline Bioengineering. It Is The Green Or Soft Cheaper
Alternative To The Hard And Costly Civil Engineering Works For Environmental
Restoration Reconstruction. The Book Discusses About The Roles Of Some Adapted
Plants, Beneficial Microbes And The Earthworms In Environmental Management-E.
G. Combating Radiological Pollution Of Air, Water And Soil, Land Remediation
Stabilization, Soil Fertility Improvement, Solid Waste Management And
Wastewater Treatment For Reuse. It Also Discusses How Some Useful Plants
And Microorganisms Have Been Developed Used As Renewable Biological Resources
By Environmental Biotechnology As A Safe And Sustainable Alternative To The
Non-Renewable Geochemical Resources For Development Of Clean Energy,
Biodegradable Industrial Raw Materials And Safer Cosmetic And Pharmaceutical Products.
A Special Section Is On The Contribution Of Ebt In Promoting Sustainable
AgricultureFor Safety And Security Of Food For The Million With Ecological Security Of
The Farm
The Amazon Rain Forest: The Largest Rain Forest In The
World (Natural Wonders)
Did you know that the Sahara Desert is so large that the entire continental United
States could fit inside it? The natural wonders series provides a wealth of information
for students through photos and fascinating text.
Describes the features of the Amazon rain forest, the plants, animals, and humans that
live there, and its future.
32 pages
Death: Corpses, Cadavers, and Other Grave
Matters (Discovery!)
Everyone dies . . . but what happens inside the human body when death occurs? What
body systems are key for holding on to life? And what value does studying death have
for those of us still living? Explore all of the answers with a forensic scientist who takes a
look at the body's interconnected cellular systems and the links between life and death.
Biotechnology and Genetics in Fisheries and Aquaculture
Following the extremely well-received structure of the first edition, this carefully revised
and updated new edition now includes much new information of vital importance to
those working and researching in the fisheries and aquaculture industries.
Commencing with chapters covering genetic variation and how it can be measured,
the authors then look at genetic structure in natural populations, followed by a new
chapter covering genetics in relation to population size and conservation issues.
Genetic variation of traits and triploids and the manipulation of ploidy are fully covered,
and another new chapter is included, entitled 'From Genetics to Genomics'. The
book concludes with a chapter covering the impact of genetic engineering in aquaculture.
With the inclusion of a wealth of up-to-date information, new text and figures and
the inclusion of a third author, Pierre Boudry, the second edition of Biotechnology
and Genetics in Fisheries and Aquaculture provides an excellent text and reference of
great value and use to upper level students and professionals working across fish
biology, aquatic sciences, fisheries, aquaculture, genetics and biotechnology. Libraries in
all universities and research establishments where biological sciences, fisheries
and aquaculture are studied and taught should have several copies of this excellent
new edition on their shelves.
* Completely updated, revised and expanded new edition
* Subject area of ever increasing importance
* Expanded authorship
* Commercially useful information for fish breeders
Agriculture and the Nitrogen Cycle
Nitrogen is an essential element for plant growth and development and a key
agricultural input-but in excess it can lead to a host of problems for human and
ecological health. Across the globe, distribution of fertilizer nitrogen is very uneven,
with some areas subject to nitrogen pollution and others suffering from reduced soil
fertility, diminished crop production, and other consequences of inadequate supply.
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Sociobiology, Sex, and Science (Suny Series in Philosophy
and Biology)
Animal and human reproductive behavior is here chosen to bear the burden of our
examination. The reason for focusing on a single phenomenon is that it facilitates detailed
comparison of various theories of scientific validity. Reproductive behavior is chosen
because it is an important property of societies, i.e., groups of individuals of the same
species organized in a cooperative manner. It is also chosen because it is a crucial test
case: if anything specific about human sociality can be explained by the theory, it can.
Recall the bare outlines of the underlying theory.
Typically, social behaviors are explained as reflecting a history of evolution by selection. All
life on earth is connected by an ancient chain of reproduction. As a result, organismic
behavior is designed to result in reproductive success. Throughout the animal kingdom,
females tend to be more selective and discriminating than males in their mating choice
(Darwin 1871). Why? The theory of sexual selection posits that males and females
maximize their fitness differently (fitness is the probability of reproductive success, often
calculated using a strategic design analysis). Males and females in ancestral populations
encountered different reproductive opportunities and constraints. Hence, their different
behaviors can be explained as reflecting the outcome of different fitness strategies and
historical patterns.
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Physical Biology: From Atoms to Medicine
Edited by Nobel Laureate, Ahmed Zewail, this pioneering book on physical biology
includes contributions from four Nobel laureates and other eminent scientists.
This book brings about the confluence of various concepts and tools to address
significant problems of our time in physical biology and adjacent disciplines. The volume
is structured to provide a broad perspective on current state-of-the-art methods and
concepts at the heart of chemical and biological behavior, covering the topics of
visualization; theory and computation for complexity; macromolecular function,
protein folding, and protein misfolding; molecular recognition; and systems integration
from cells to consciousness. The scope of tools is wide-ranging, spanning
imaging, crystallography, microfluidics, single-molecule spectroscopy, and synthetic
probe targeting, either molecular or by metallic particles. The perspectives are from the
point of view of world leaders in physics, chemistry, and biology; and they define
potential new frontiers at the interface of these disciplines, including physical, systems,
and synthetic biology.
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Physical Chemistry, Ninth Edition
With its modern emphasis on the molecular view of physical chemistry, its wealth of
contemporary applications, vivid full-color presentation, and dynamic new media tools, the
thoroughly revised new edition is again the most modern, most effective full-length textbook
available for the physical chemistry classroom.
1060 pages
Instructors and students alike have praised Perspectives on Structure and Mechanism in
Organic Chemistry because it motivates readers to think about organic chemistry in new and
exciting ways. Based on the author's first hand classroom experience, the text uses
complementary conceptual models to give new perspectives on the structures and reactions of
organic compounds.
944 pages
Chemistry (8 edition)
Chemistry allows the reader to learn chemistry basics quickly and easily by emphasizing a
thoughtful approach built on problem solving. For the Eighth Edition, authors Steven and
Susan Zumdahl have extended this approach by emphasizing problem-solving strategies within
the Examples and throughout the text narrative. CHEMISTRY speaks directly to the reader about
how to approach and solve chemical problems--to learn to think like a chemist--so that they can
apply the process of problem-solving to all aspects of their lives.
1184 pages
Organic Chemistry
the "mainstream," two-semester, undergraduate organic chemistry course. This best-selling text
gives students a solid understanding of organic chemistry by stressing how fundamental
reaction mechanisms function and reactions occur.
1333 pages
Chemistry: An Atoms First Approach
Steve and Susan Zumdahl's books focus on helping readers build critical thinking skills through
the process of becoming independent problem-solvers. Their philosophy is to help readers learn
to "think like a chemists" so they can apply the process of problem solving to all aspects of their
lives. In Chemistry: An Atoms First Approach, the Zumdahls use a meaningful approach that
begins with the atom and proceeds through the concept of molecules, structure, and bonding, to
more complex materials and their properties. This approach encourages readers to focus
on conceptual learning early in the course, rather than relying on memorization and a "plug and
chug" method of problem solving that even the best learners can fall back on when confronted
with familiar material. The Atoms First organization provides an opportunity for readers to use
the tools of critical thinkers: to ask questions, to apply rules and models and to evaluate outcomes.
1153 pages
Reaction Mechanisms in Organic Synthesis
Organic chemistry is a core part of the chemistry curricula, and advanced levels texts often
obscure the essential framework underlying and uniting the vast numbers of reactions as a result
of the high level of detail presented.
392 pages
Chemistry in Context
Following in the tradition of the first five editions, the goal of this market leading textbook,
"Chemistry in Context, Fifth Edition", is to establish chemical principles on a need-to-know basis
within a contextual framework of significant social, political, economic and ethical issues. The
non traditional approach of "Chemistry in Context" reflect today's technological issues and
the chemistry principles imbedded within them. Global warming, alternate fuels, nutrition, and
genetic engineering are examples of issues that are covered in "CIC".
672 pages
Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, 4 edition
The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fourth Edition use the classroom
guided inquiry approach and provide an excellent accompaniment to Spencer's Chemistry:
Structure and Dynamics, Fourth Edition or any other General Chemistry text. Designed to
support Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL), these materials provide a variety of
ways to promote a student-focused, active classroom that range from cooperative learning to
active student participation in a more traditional setting. They are designed to train students to
use and analyze data, figures, and text to deduce chemical concepts.
408 pages
Section 1: Basic Constants, Units, and Conversion Factors
Section 2: Symbols, Terminology, and Nomenclature
Section 3: Physical Constants of Organic Chemistry
Section 4: Properties of the Elements and Inorganic Compounds
Section 5: Thermochemistry, Electrochemistry, and Kinetics
2640 pages
Advanced Organic Chemistry. Part A. Structure and Mechanisms
Since its original appearance in 1977, Advanced Organic Chemistry has maintained its
place as the premier textbook in the field, offering broad coverage of the structure,
reactivity and synthesis of organic compounds. As in the earlier editions, the text
contains extensive references to both the primary and review literature and
provides examples of data and reactions that illustrate and document the generalizations.
While the text assumes completion of an introductory course in organic chemistry, it
reviews the fundamental concepts for each topic that is discussed. The two-part fifth
edition has been substantially revised and reorganized for greater clarity. Among
the changes: Updated material reflecting advances in the field since 2001’s Fourth
Edition, especially in computational chemistry; A companion Web site provides digital
models for study of structure, reaction and selectivity; Solutions to the exercises provided
to instructors online.
The material in Part A is organized on the basis of fundamental structural topics such
as structure, stereochemistry, conformation and aromaticity and basic mechanistic
types, including nucleophilic substitution, addition reactions, carbonyl chemistry,
aromatic substitution and free radical reactions. Together with Part B: Reaction
and Synthesis, the two volumes are intended to provide the advanced undergraduate
or beginning graduate student in chemistry with a sufficient foundation to comprehend
and use the research literature in organic chemistry.
1199 pages
Spectroscopic Properties of Inorganic and Organometallic Compounds provides a unique source
of information on an important area of chemistry. Divided into sections mainly according to
the particular spectroscopic technique used, coverage in each volume includes: NMR (with reference
to stereochemistry, dynamic systems, paramagnetic complexes, solid state NMR and Groups 1318); nuclear quadrupole resonance spectroscopy; vibrational spectroscopy of main group
and transition element compounds and coordinated ligands; and electron diffraction.
375 pages
Principles of Chemical Equilibrium: With Applications
in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
This is the fourth edition of an established textbook of chemical thermodynamics used by
university and technical college students of chemistry and chemical engineering. The text covers
the same ground as previous editions, presenting the general theory of chemical equilibrium,
including its statistical development, and illustrating its many applications in the laboratory
and industry. This edition has been extensively revised in the light of recent contributions to
the literature. Many new references have been added; the re-writing of certain passages, especially
of those concerning the statistical interpretation of entropy and the present understanding of
order-disorder transitions, also reflects changes of emphasis.
520 pages
Biochemistry, Third Edition
I haveg reat pleasure in presenting the third edition of my book with several unique novel
features, some high-lights of which are listed below.
794 pages
Electrochemical Aspects of Ionic Liquids, 2 edition
The second edition is based on the original book, which has been revised, updated and expanded
in order to cover the latest information on this rapidly growing field. The book begins with
a description of general and electrochemical properties of ionic liquids and continues with a
discussion of applications in biochemistry, ionic devices, functional design and polymeric ionic liquids.
504 pages
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Chemical Reactions in Gas, Liquid and Solid Phases:
Synthesis, Properties and Application
This book examines topical data on the subject of chemical reactions in different phases of gas,
liquid and solid states, such as the classification of polymers in reactivity toward nitrogen
oxide; influence of the initiation rate of radicals on the kinetic characteristics of quercetin
and dihydroquercetin in the methyl oleate oxidation; supercritical carbon dioxide swelling
of polyheteroarylenes synthesised in N-methylpyrrolidone; inhibition of 2-hexenal oxidation
by essential oils of ginger, marjoram, juniper berry, black and white pepper; specific properties
of some biological composite materials; and, properties and applications of aminoxyl radicals
in polymer chemistry and others.
282 pages
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Excel for Chemists: A Comprehensive Guide, 3 edition
The newly revised step-by-step guide to using the scientific calculating power of Excel to perform
a variety of chemical calc
760 pages
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Mathematical Methods for Physical and Analytical Chemistry
Mathematical Methods for Physical and Analytical Chemistry presents mathematical and
statistical methods to students of chemistry at the intermediate, post-calculus level. The
content includes a review of general calculus; a review of numerical techniques often omitted
from calculus courses, such as cubic splines and Newton’s method; a detailed treatment of
statistical methods for experimental data analysis; complex numbers; extrapolation; linear
algebra; and differential equations. With numerous example problems and helpful anecdotes, this
text gives chemistry students the mathematical knowledge they need to understand the analytical
and physical chemistry professional literature.
389 pages
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Handbook of Chemicals and Safety
A host of chemical substances have become essential parts of human activities and requirements
for societal development. Any kind of misuse and/or negligence in handling these substances
can cause health disorders, poisoning, and fatalities among unprotected workers and members of
the public exposed to contaminated food, water, and air. Carefully organized for ease of
use, Handbook of Chemicals and Safety provides a tool for the management of a range of
chemical substances commonly used, handled, stored, transported, and disposed of as
wastes. Written in an accessible style with just the right amount of technical rigor, the book covers
531 pages
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Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry, 7th Edition (40
Volume Set)
ULLMANN'S is built from generations of expertise. Since the first edition was published
almost 100 years ago, ULLMANN'S has established itself internationally as the
household name for industrial chemists and chemical engineers.
29456 pages
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Principles of Colloid and Surface Chemistry (3rd edition)
is work aims to familiarize students with the fundamentals of colloid and surface science,
from various types of colloids and colloidal phenomena, and classical and
modern characterization/measurement techniques to applications of colloids and
surface science in engineering, technology, chemistry, physics and biological and
medical sciences.
672 pages
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A major update of the highly popular second edition, with changes in the content and
organisation that reflect advances in the subject. As with the first two editions, the third edition
of Instant Notes in Biochemistry provides the essential facts of biochemistry with detailed
explanations and clear illustrations. It also includes new and expanded topics such as
cytoskeleton, molecular motors, bioimaging, biomembranes, cell signaling, protein structure
and enzymes regulation.
460 pages
Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry (6 edition)
condensed, student-friendly version of Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry, this text uses
a laboratory perspective to provide you with the chemistry fundamentals you need to work
in a real-world, clinical lab. Accurate chemical structures are included to explain the
key chemical features of relevant molecules. Offering complete, accurate coverage of
key topics in the field, it's everything that you expect from the Tietz name!
- More than 500 illustrations and easy-to-read tables help you understand and remember
key concepts.
- Key words, learning objectives, and other student-friendly features reinforce
important material.
- Chapter review questions are included in an appendix to test your knowledge.
- A two-color design makes it easier to read and easy to find important topics.
- In-depth, reader-friendly content is appropriate for MT/CLS and MLT/CLT students and
may also be used by laboratory practitioners, pathology residents, and others.
- A new chapter on newborn screening discusses the basic principles,
screening recommendations, inborn errors, methods, and interpretation of results.
- A comprehensive glossary provides easy-to-find definitions of key terms.
- An Evolve website provides regular updates of content, answers to review questions,
and web links to related sites for further research and study.
970 pages
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Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students
Laboratory Safety for Chemistry Students is uniquely designed to accompany
students throughout their four-year undergraduate education and beyond,
progressively teaching them the skills and knowledge they need to learn their science
and stay safe while working in any lab. This new principles-based approach treats lab
safety as a distinct, essential discipline of chemistry, enabling you to instill and sustain
a culture of safety among students.
As students progress through the text, they’ll learn about laboratory and chemical
hazards, about routes of exposure, about ways to manage these hazards, and about
handling common laboratory emergencies. Most importantly, they’ll learn that it is
very possible to safely use hazardous chemicals in the laboratory by applying safety
principles that prevent and minimize exposures.
Continuously Reinforces and Builds Safety Knowledge and Safety Culture
Each of the book’s eight chapters is organized into three tiers of sections, with a variety
of topics suited to beginning, intermediate, and advanced course levels. This enables
your students to gather relevant safety information as they advance in their lab work.
In some cases, individual topics are presented more than once, progressively
building knowledge with new information that’s appropriate at different levels.
A Better, Easier Way to Teach and Learn Lab Safety
We all know that safety is of the utmost importance; however, instructors continue
to struggle with finding ways to incorporate safety into their curricula. Laboratory Safety
for Chemistry Students is the ideal solution:
* Each section can be treated as a pre-lab assignment, enabling you to easily incorporate
lab safety into all your lab courses without building in additional teaching time.
* Sections begin with a preview, a quote, and a brief description of a laboratory incident
that illustrates the importance of the topic.
* References at the end of each section guide your students to the latest print and
web resources.
* Students will also find Chemical Connections that illustrate how chemical principles apply
to laboratory safety and Special Topics that amplify certain sections by exploring
additional, relevant safety issues.
546 pages
Compendium of Organic Synthetic Methods
Organic transformations are the heart of synthetic organic chemistry. The Compendium of
Organic Synthetic Methods series facilitates the search for the most useful functional
group transformations in organic chemistry.
464 pages
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Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
Retaining the concise, to-the-point presentation that has already helped thousands of students move
beyond memorization to a true understanding of the beauty and logic of organic chemistry, this e-boook
brings in new, focused content that shows students how organic chemistry applies to their everyday lives.
In addition, redrawn chemical structures and artwork help students visualize important chemical concepts,
a greater emphasis on biologically-related chemistry (including new problems) helps them grasp the
enormous importance of organic chemistry in understanding the reactions that occur in living organisms,
and new End ofChapter problems keyed to OWL allow them to work text-specific problems online. Lastly, for
this edition, the author reevaluated and revised his writing at the sentence level to ensure that the
book’s explanations, applications, and examples are more student-friendly, relevant, and motivating than
ever before. This e-book contains 660 pages
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Biology and Bio-Chemistry – a Text Book
This ebook contains 8 volumes and each volume deals with each chapter namely: biological Signal
Analysis, Introduction to Cancer Biology, Introduction to Clinical Bio-Chemistry, Introduction to
Scientific Research Projects, Kinetics for Bio-Scientist, Large Scale Data Handling, in Biology, Micro and
Nano Transport of Bio-Molecules and,Molecular Conformations.This e-book contains 697 pages.
Chemicals for Life and Living
Chemicals often have a negative Image among the general public. But there is no material world or
indeed human beings without chemicals. The material world is operated by chemicals. The title ‘Chemicals
for Life and Living’ implies that the material world is staged and played by chemicals. The book consists of
five parts and an appendix. Part 1 – Essentials for life; Part 2 – Enhancing health; Part 3 – For the fun of
life; Part 4 – Chemistry of the universe and earth, and Part 5 - Some negative effects of chemicals. The
appendix gives a brief summary of what chemistry is all about, including a short chapter of chemical
principles. No quantitative calculations are included in this book so that it is appealing for everyone – not
just chemists.
Fishes: The Animal Answer Guide
One fish, two fish, red fish, nearly thirty thousand species of fish��or fishes, as they are
properly called when speaking of multiple species. This is but one of many things the authors of
this fascinatingly informative book reveal in answering common and not-so-common questions
about this ubiquitous group of animals.
216 pages
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Exultant Ark: A Pictorial Tour of Animal Pleasure
Nature documentaries often depict animal life as a grim struggle for survival, but this visually
stunning book opens our eyes to a different, more scientifically up-to-date way of looking at
the animal kingdom.
224 pages
Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and
Exotic Pets
Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets is a comprehensive yet
practical reference on small animal neonatology. Covering reproductive physiology of pregnancy
and parturition, normal neonatology, and neonatal disorders in dogs, cats, and small exotic
mammals, the book gives special emphasis to fetal well-being, parturition, normal
physical parameters, behavior, common disorders and defects, emergency care, and
orphan management. Information on nutritional and environmental considerations for both the
dam and offspring is included, as well as guidance on offering advice to breeders providing
neonatal care at home.
336 pages
Dog Behavior Answer Book: Practical Insights &
Proven Solutions for Your Canine Questions
It happens all the time. Just when Max��s owner thinks she has him figured out, he exhibits
a bewildering fear of the neighbor��s skateboard. Or, despite endless corrections, Bailey still
refuses to understand that she doesn��t belong on the leather armchair.
336 pages
Microbial Genetics, 2nd edition
The revision of this classic textbook by David Freifelder has been rewritten and updated to include
the numerous and recent advances in microbial genetics. The basic format, organization and style
of the first edition has been retained.
484 pages
Encyclopedia of Plant Life (4 Volumes)
This encyclopedia provides in-depth information for any study related to plants, archaea, bacteria, algae,
or fungi, from molecular-level processes to planet-wide economic or environmental issues. The 379
signed articles, about half of which are republished with revisions and updated bibliographies from several of
the publisher's earlier reference books, are arranged into a single alphabet, from "Acid Precipitation"
to "Zygomycetes," and average three to five, densely informative pages each.
This e-book very valuable for botany students consists of useful 1401 pages in 4 volume.
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Encyclopedia of Birds
The Encyclopedia of Birds is a six-volume set (with 1067 printable pages) designed to introduce the
young reader to the fascinating world of birds. Birds, in all their variety, from the forests of North America,
to the beaches of South America, to the mountains of Europe and the plains of Australia, share certain
common features of anatomy and physiology as well as habitat and breeding. An information panel in
each section includes vital statistics on weight, length, wingspan, sexual maturity, breeding season, number
of eggs, incubation period, fledging period, typical diet and lifespan. Richly enhanced by full-color
photographs as well as drawings and labeled diagrams, this wide-ranging set will be sure to fascinate
and entertain bird lovers of all ages.
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Encyclopedia on Animal Sciences
The encyclopedia gives significant attention to animal ecology and behavior. Entries show how animals are
part of the world environment while exhibiting unique behaviors within their own particular
environments. Animal Sciences surveys the connection between animals and humans. The authors
who contributed entries to Animal Sciences represent diverse backgrounds, and include members of
academic and research institutions, as well as practicing scientists. The readers will learn how animals
develop throughout their lives, how they adapt to their changing environments, and how they
develop specialized structures over time. Entries in this category explain how animals develop from
fertilized eggs to adults.
This e-book contains 240 printable pages with a lot of pictures and graphs towards exhaustive
educational presentation.
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Encyclopedia on Plant Sciences
Our contributors are drawn from academic and research institutions, industry, and nonprofit
organizations throughout North America and all have brought their expertise to bear in writing authoritative,
up-todate entries that are nonetheless accessible to high school students. Almost every entry is illustrated
and there are numerous photos, tables, boxes, and sidebars to enhance understanding. Unfamiliar terms
are highlighted and defined in the margin. Most entries are followed by a list of related articles and a
short reading list for readers seeking more information. Front and back matter include a geologic timescale,
a topic outline that groups entries thematically, and a glossary. Each volume has its own index, and this
volume contains a cumulative index covering the entire encyclopedia.
This encyclopedia contains 833 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Endangered Species, (3 Vols Set)
This guide to endangered species worldwide is highly selective, describing 700 animals and plants of the
many thousands that are threatened with extinction. The species have been selected from lists compiled by
the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES),
and IUCN-the World Conservation Union. Animal entries are arranged by species and then by family and
genus; there is a separate section for plants. Entries are listed by common name, followed by scientific name.
A shaded box contains phylum, class, order, and family; the status of the animal or plant on the lists of any
of the three organizations; and geographic range. Essays provide a physical description, breeding and
habitat information, and conservation efforts and survival outlook for the species. A small black-andwhite photograph is provided for about half the entries; some of these photographs have been too
tightly cropped, cutting off the animal's horns or its tail. Supplementary material consists of lists of
extinct species and of wildlife and conservation organizations, a bibliography arranged by species, and a series
of simple black-and-white maps of regions of the world. The geographic index shows that there is
good representation of animals from all parts of the world. The index lists both popular and scientific names.
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Encyclopedia of Animal Life – Mammals (4 Volmes)
This updated version organizes information under specific topic areas, such as reproduction, behavior,
ecology and so forth. In addition, the basic organizational structure is generally consistent from one volume
to the next, regardless of the animal groups covered. This should make it easier for users to locate
information more quickly and efficiently. Like the original Grzimek’s, we have done our best to avoid any
overly technical language that would make the work difficult to understand by non-biologists. When
certain technical expressions were necessary, we have included explanations or clarifications.
Shape of Life : Genes, Development and the Evolution
The Author is recognized as a pioneer in evolutionary developmental biology. In this book, the author
analyzes the rise of this new experimental discipline and lays out new research questions, hypotheses,
and approaches to guide its development. The author developmental mechanisms and evolutionary
patterns. Animal body plans emerged half a billion years ago. Evolution within these body plans during this
span of time has resulted in the tremendous diversity of living animal form, and argues for an
integrated approach to the study of the intertwined roles of development and evolution involving
phylogenetic, comparative, and functional biology. This new synthesis will interest not only scientists working
in these areas, but also paleontologists, zoologists, morphologists, molecular biologists, and geneticists.
Echo of the Elephants: The Story of an Elephant Family
A photographic and textual record of eighteen months in the lives of one elephant family in
Kenyas Amboseli National Park presents photographs and a text that offer insights into every aspect
of the elephants lives.
192 pages
Cow: A Bovine Biography
She is everywhere: as a vehicle for both farmers and advertisers, a subject for research scientists
and poets, and ever-present in the form of lucky charms, children's toys, or simply as a
tasty sandwich-filler. The female of the bovine species is revered as sacred or reviled as stupid,
but one thing she never inspires is indifference. After more than ten thousand years living
alongside us, she remains a beguiling mystery. Combining a myriad of richly entertaining
anecdotes and an abundance of illuminating discoveries, Florian Werner presents the curious
cultural history of that most intriguing of animals: the cow.
240 pages
Snapshot Picture Library Baby Animals
Let's play with baby animals! Accompanied by a read-along audio track, more than 70 colorful
photos showcase baby animals from all over the world. Meet and learn about all sorts of baby
animals, including monkeys, lions, penguins, lemurs, kangaroos, pythons, and giraffes
64 pages
Through a Dog's Eyes: Understanding Our Dogs
by Understanding How They See the World
A transformative, inspiring book with the power to change the way we understand and
communicate with our dogs.
240 pages
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Deadly Kingdom: The Book of Dangerous Animals
How does a tiny box jellyfish, with no brain and little control over where it goes in the water,
manage to kill a full-grown man? What harm have hippos been known to inflict on humans, and
why? What makes our closest cousin, the chimpanzee, the most dangerous of all apes to encounter
in the wild?
352 pages
Teach Yourself VISUALLY™: Dog Training
With this visual guide, you'll quickly learn how to determine your dog's personality,
customize a training plan, and speak Doglish. Instead of poring over boring text, you'll
get the picture and enjoy working with your soon-to-be well-trained dog!
You'll get the scoop on training tools, everyday handling, puppy conditioning,
and socialization.
You'll learn how to teach basic commands and progress to fun tricks and games.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Your Dog's Worldview
Chapter 2: Learning to Speak Doglish
Chapter 3: Training Tools
Chapter 4: Proofing and Prevention
Chapter 5: Puppy Kindergarten: Early Conditioning
Chapter 6: Grade-School Lessons
Chapter 7: The Invisible Leash
Chapter 8: Socialization Plus
Chapter 9: Games and Tricks
Chapter 10: The Civilized Companion
Chapter 11: Crisis Management
Appendix A: Choosing the Right Breed
Appendix B: Finding the Right Professionals
Appendix C: Everyday Care and Concerns
Appendix D: Kids and Dogs��from Coming Home to Everyday Living
259 pages
Talking with Horses
Having spent a lifetime working with horses, the original horse whisperer shares his secrets to
equine communication in this enlightening guide for riders of all skill levels. Through telepathy
and extra-sensory perception, riders will be able to build a special rapport with their horses,
ultimately learning to think and move together as one. A revelation to read and an
international bestseller when it was first published��this indispensable companion will change
any rider's approach to the training and management of horses.
176 pages
Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish
A lavishly illustrated reference covering all aspects of keeping fish, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium
& Pond Fish is the first book on the market to provide care and identification information on all
types of fish for every possible environment, from indoor aquariums to outdoor ponds. The
book contains a directory of over 800 of the most popular fish-freshwater, saltwater, coldwater,
and tropical-showing not only what each fish looks like, but what food they eat, which species
they can cohabit with, how big they grow, and much more.
400 pages
Encyclopedia of Animal Science
Containing case studies that complement material presented in the text, the vast range of
this definitive Encyclopedia encompasses animal physiology, animal growth and development,
animal behavior, animal reproduction and breeding, alternative approaches to animal
maintenance, meat science and muscle biology, farmed animal welfare and bioethics, and food safety.
965 pages
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Introduction to Animal Physiology
Introduction to animal physiology provides students with a thorough, easy-to-understand
introduction to the principles of animal physiology, with examples chosen to illustrate
physiological processes from across the animal kingdom. It is clearly written
224 pages
Introduction to Plant Structure and Development:
Plant Anatomy for the Twenty-First Century (2nd Edition)
A plant anatomy textbook unlike any other on the market today. Carol A. Peterson
described the first edition as 'the best book on the subject of plant anatomy since the texts
of Esau'. Traditional plant anatomy texts include primarily descriptive aspects of
structure, this book not only provides a comprehensive coverage of plant structure, but
also introduces aspects of the mechanisms of development, especially the genetic
and hormonal controls, and the roles of plasmodesmata and the cytoskeleton. The
evolution of plant structure and the relationship between structure and function are
also discussed throughout. Includes extensive bibliographies at the end of each chapter.
It provides students with an introduction to many of the exciting, contemporary areas at
the forefront of research in the development of plant structure and prepares them for
future roles in teaching and research in plant anatomy.
Encyclopedia of Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Welfare research has established a range of scientific indicators of stress, welfare
and suffering in animals that can be applied to all aspects of improving their welfare
through good housing and management, and the topic continues to grow in
importance among both professionals and the public.The practical focus of this
authoritative, comprehensive encyclopedia aims to promote the understanding
and improvement of animals behaviour without compromising welfare. Under the
editorial direction of Professor Daniel Mills, the UKs first specialist in veterinary
behavioural medicine, over 180 international experts have contributed a wealth of fully
cross-referenced entries from concise definitions to detailed short essays on
biological, practical, clinical and ethical aspects of behaviour and welfare in domestic,
exotic, companion and zoo animals.
Chemical Analysis: Modern Instrumentation Methods
and Techniques
Completely revised and updated, Chemical Analysis: Second Edition is an
essential introduction to a wide range of analytical techniques and instruments.
Assuming little in the way of prior knowledge, this text carefully guides the reader
through the more widely used and important techniques, whilst avoiding excessive
technical detail.
* Provides a thorough introduction to a wide range of the most important and widely
used instrumental techniques
* Maintains a careful balance between depth and breadth of coverage
* Includes examples, problems and their solutions
* Includes coverage of latest developments including supercritical fluid chromatography
and capillary electrophoresis
This is an e-book and this e-book will be sent to your email.
Concise Encyclopedia of Plant Pathology
An easy-to-use single reference source covering the full range of subject areas
associated with plant pathology!
This comprehensive volume covers the entire field of plant pathology. It does not
merely define the numerous subjects covered (297 topics carefully arranged in 38
sections!) but describes them in detail. Each section of this book serves as a
comprehensive overview of a given area, providing breadth of coverage for students
and depth of coverage for research professionals.
In addition to providing a dictionary of plant pathological terms and a complete list of
crop diseases, accepted names, synonyms, and anamorphic/telemorphic names of
pathogens, the Concise Encyclopedia of Plant Pathology is an essential reference for:
the latest nomenclature and classification of each crop bacterial pathogen
the complete listing of crop fungal pathogens, with their revised systematic position
and classification of viruses into species, genera, families, and orders
classification of phytoplasmas and spiroplasmas
disease assessment, remote sensing, and digital image analysis
molecular diagnostic tools, plant clinics, and forecasting models in depth
microbial pesticides
induced systemic resistance
mycorrhiza
molecular marker-assisted selection, pyramiding of genes, and durable resistance
genetic engineering and transgenic plants
in vitro selection of resistant varieties
three kingdoms containing fungal phyla and the most recent refined classification of
fungal phyla based on molecular studies
bactericides and viricides
seed health testing
indexing plant-propagation materials
plant activators and plant extracts
postharvest diseases
molecular biology of host resistance
the complete list of fungicides, plus ready-formulated fungicide mixtures, classification
and mode of action of fungicides, the spectrum of diseases controlled by each fungicide,
a computer-based decision support system, fungicide resistance, and modern
application equipment
and much, much more!
This e-book contains 638pages.
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Encyclopedia of Agrophysics
This Encyclopedia of Agrophysics will provide up-to-date information on the
physical properties and processes affecting the quality of the environment and
plant production. It will be a "first-up" volume which will nicely complement the
recently published Encyclopedia of Soil Science, (November 2007) which was published in
the same series. In a single authoritative volume a collection of about 250 informative
articles and ca 400 glossary terms covering all aspects of agrophysics will be presented.
The authors will be renowned specialists in various aspects in agrophysics from a wide
variety of countries. Agrophysics is important both for research and practical use not only
in agriculture, but also in areas like environmental science, land reclamation, food
processing etc. Agrophysics is a relatively new interdisciplinary field closely related
to Agrochemistry, Agrobiology, Agroclimatology and Agroecology. Nowadays it has been
fully accepted as an agricultural and environmental discipline. As such this
Encyclopedia volume will be an indispensable working tool for scientists and
practitioners from different disciplines, like agriculture, soil science,
geosciences, environmental science, geography, and engineering.
Fundamentals of Soil Science
This major revision of a bestselling text shows that soil is three-dimensional and
dynamic. This concept is developed in the first two chapters and is built on throughout
the book. Chapters 3 through 7 explore soil physical properties and water, with
expanded coverage of tillage and traffic and an increased emphasis on water and
wind erosion processes. Chapters 8 through 11 discuss the biological aspects of soils as
well as their mineralogical and chemical properties. In Chapters 12 through 15, the
general area of soil fertility and fertilizer use is covered. Other chapters examine soil
genesis, taxonomy, geography, land use and soil survey, and land use interpretations.
Finally in chapter 20, the importance of nonagronomic factors in the food population
problem are discussed. Both English and metric units are used for crop yields, new
figures and tables are included, summary statements are given at the end of the
more difficult sections and at the end of each chapter, and non-agricultural examples
and several computer applications are provided for reference.
Plant Physiology
With this Third Edition, the authors and contributors set a new standard
for textbooks in the field by tailoring the study of plant physiology to
virtually every student—providing the basics for introductory courses
without sacrificing the more challenging material sought by upper-division
and graduate-level students. Key pedagogical changes to the text will result in
a shorter book.
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Encyclopedia of Biology
Encyclopedia of Biology is a definitive reference that provides current,
authoritative information on the subject for high school and college students.
The encyclopedia contains approximately 800 A-to-Z entries, nine prose essays on
important topics, 80 line illustrations, and 75 black-and-white photographs.
Comprehensive coverage of leading discoveries in biology along with general
biology definitions, thought-provoking essays, and biographies of notable biologists present
a wide range of valuable information compiled into a single source. Written in an easyto-understand format, the book helps explain the importance of biology to society,
and includes summaries of notable events throughout history related to the discipline.
An emphasis on "hot" topics combined with detailed coverage of the fundamental
issues, figures, ideas and concepts, experiments, and history of biology make
the encyclopedia current and relevant to student interests. The book guides readers to
the latest websites and most recent resources on the Internet that relate to
biology. Appendixes include all Nobel Prize winners in biology, a review of biologyrelated computer software, and the complete Periodic Table of Elements.
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Epic History of Biology
The search for our elusive human origins and an understanding of the mysteries of the
human body have challenged the most inquisitive and imaginative thinkers from
Egyptian times through the twentieth century. In The Epic History of Biology,
Anthony Serafini - a distinguished philosopher and historian of science - regales the
reader with the triumphs and failures of the geniuses of the life sciences.
The subtleties of the animal kingdom - anatomy, zoology, and reproduction - along with
the complexities of the plant kingdom, have fascinated humanity as far back as 5000
years ago. Astounding ancient knowledge of the arcane curing powers of herbs as well
as early experimentation with different chemical combinations for such purposes
as mummification led to today's biological technology. Innovative pioneers such as
Aristotle, Galen, Hippocrates, and Vesalius challenged the limits of knowledge and
single-mindedly pursued their work, often in the face of blind superstition.
In superb, lyrical prose Serafini recreates the ideas and theories of these revolutionaries
from ancient times through today, against the backdrop of the dogma and prejudices of
their time. He explores the inspired revelations that gave birth to such discoveries as
the controversial theory of evolution, the humble origins of genetics, the fantastic
predictions of quantum mechanics, and the infinite promise of computer technology.
Even today the biological sciences are undergoing rapid and kaleidoscopic changes.
Every new insight gives rise to a myriad of new ethical questions and responsibilities.
The Epic History of Biology confronts these issues head on and predicts the wondrous
new directions biology will follow.
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Basics of Biology (Basics of the Hard Sciences)
This volume provides students an introduction to the science of biology. It details the
history of biology, as well as many of the field's basic theories and concepts for students.
It demonstrates the modern tools and techniques that biologists use today. The
book presents the most noteworthy discoveries in biology, including those that affect
our daily lives, and easy experiments are provided for students to replicate for
biology assignments or their own personal study. This volume is part of a four-volume
series on the Basics of Hard Sciences. These volumes--Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry,
and Physics--will teach high school and college students everything they need to know
to prepare research papers and classroom projects
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Floral Diagrams: An Aid to Understanding Flower
Morphology and Evolution
Floral morphology remains the cornerstone for plant identification and studies of
plant evolution. This guide gives a global overview of the floral diversity of the
angiosperms through the use of detailed floral diagrams. These schematic diagrams
replace long descriptions or complicated drawings as a tool for understanding floral
structure and evolution. They show important features of flowers, such as the
relative positions of the different organs, their fusion, symmetry, and structural details.
The relevance of the diagrams is discussed, and pertinent evolutionary trends are
illustrated. The range of plant species represented reflects the most recent classification
of flowering plants based mainly on molecular data, which is expected to remain stable in
the future. This book is invaluable for researchers and students working on plant
structure, development and systematics, as well as being an important resource for
plant ecologists, evolutionary botanists and horticulturists.
Book Description
This practical guide to using and understanding floral diagrams will be an invaluable
resource for students and researchers of plant structure, development and
systematics. Flower morphology and floral diagrams are introduced before an overview of
the floral diversity of the angiosperms is given through the use of detailed floral diagrams.
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Human Biology, 8 edition
Starr and McMillan's HUMAN BIOLOGY, 8th Edition presents the core areas of human
biology with an emphasis on not only the internal world, but how we impact our
external world. Highlighting biology's relevance, each chapter opens with an
"Impacts, Issues" reading on a human biology-related issue currently in the news. Within
the chapter, users then learn the basic concepts which help them think critically about
these issues. In addition, each chapter's "How Would You Vote?" question invites users
to explore current issues and deepen their understanding through online exercises. By
the end of the chapter, learners are asked to "Explore on Your Own", and participate
in activities showing the impact of the content on their lives.
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Of Minds and Molecules: New Philosophical Perspectives
on Chemistry
Of Minds and Molecules is the first anthology devoted exclusively to work in the philosophy
of chemistry. The essays, written by both chemists and philosophers, adopt
distinctive philosophical perspectives on chemistry and collectively offer both
a conceptualization of and a justification for this emerging field.
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Chemical Composition of Everyday Products
Chemicals, both helpful and harmful, affect our everyday lives. From cosmetics
to medications to cleansers to lighting, automotive, and office products, each is composed
of a complex blending of elements to perform a specific task. This book analyzes over
100 groups of products, identifying the specific chemical composition of a product,
the historical use of the product, how it functions, and any associated environmental and/
or human health issues. Ten laboratory exercises provide students with the opportunity
to observe these chemicals "in action." Readers will learn which chemical elements are
in everyday products and how they may affect health and environment, assisting them
in making educated choices as consumers Products analyzed include: Soaps and
laundry products; cosmetics and bathroom products; health and medical products;
baby products; cleaning products; lighting; common household and lawn
products; automotive and general repair products; common materials [paper, plastic
cement, spray paint] and office supply products.
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Comprehensive Dictionary of Inorganic Chemistry
The subject of inorganic chemistry deals with chemical compounds that do not
contain hydrocarbon radicals. It is the specialised branch of chemistry and is the
complex one. This makes
it a tremendous task, to present the dictionary in such a way that it is well received by
the community who are very much concerned with the subject. This dictionary is infact,
is formulated
in such a way that everybody, either s/he is a student, a teacher or a researcher.
This dictionary contains .more than 2000 well researched, ,exhaustively and are
precisely explained.
The descriptions are described in the simplest of the language. Many of the terms in
the dictionary are also supplemented with the visual representations. These
visual representations
help the readers to grasp the point behind the definitions very easily and without any
fuss. These visual representations provide supplementary knowledge to the readers
rather than emphasising what already is given in the text. This different methodology
will certainly help the readers of this dictionary to get an edge over others who are
pursuing different paths.
All in all with so much of hard work being involved in the formulation of this book, we
hope that this venture will certainly find it's niche in the reader's mind and reader will find
it their best companion in their quest of exploring the field of Inorganic Chemistry. This
e-book looks like Xeroxed copy of the original.
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High School Biology Tutor
Specifically designed for high school students taking introductory and college-prep
biology courses. Topics covered include life processes; principles of ecology; cell structure
and function; genetics; a complete overview of the protista, fungi, plant, and
animal kingdoms; and an in-depth section on human anatomy. This is a study aid that
the biology student will not want to be without.
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Introduction to Plant Structure and Development:
Plant Anatomy for the Twenty-First Century (2nd Edition)
A plant anatomy textbook unlike any other on the market today. Carol A. Peterson
described the first edition as 'the best book on the subject of plant anatomy since the texts
of Esau'. Traditional plant anatomy texts include primarily descriptive aspects of
structure, this book not only provides a comprehensive coverage of plant structure, but
also introduces aspects of the mechanisms of development, especially the genetic
and hormonal controls, and the roles of plasmodesmata and the cytoskeleton. The
evolution of plant structure and the relationship between structure and function are
also discussed throughout. Includes extensive bibliographies at the end of each chapter.
It provides students with an introduction to many of the exciting, contemporary areas at
the forefront of research in the development of plant structure and prepares them for
future roles in teaching and research in plant anatomy.
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Reproductive Biology and Phylogeny of Birds: Sexual Selection,
Behavior, Conservation, Embryology and Genetics
This discusses sexual selection of ultraviolet and structural signals; melanins and
carotenoids as feather colorants and signals; sexual selection and auditory signaling;
odors and chemical signaling; sexual dimorphism; sexual selection, signal selection and
the handicap principle; courtship and copulation; sexual conflict and its implications
for fitness; intra- and extra-pair paternity; parental care (including cooperative
breeding); brood parasitism in birds; applications of reproductive biology to bird
conservation and population management; embryogenesis and development;
molecular genetics of avian sex determination and gonadal development. Many
new illustrations are provided throughout the volume.
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The Compass of Pleasure
A leading brain scientist's look at the neurobiology of pleasure-and
how pleasures can become addictions.
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Cryptozoology A To Z: The Encyclopedia of Loch Monsters,
Sasquatch, Chupacabras, and Other Authentic Mysteries of Nature
The ultimate quest for the world's most mysterious creatures
The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, the Abominable Snowman -- these are the names of
the elusive beasts that have caught the eye and captured the imaginations of people
around the world for centuries. Recently, tales of these "monsters" have been
corroborated by an increase in sightings, and out of these legends a new science has
been born: cryptozoology -- the study of hidden animals.
Cryptozoology A to Z, the first encyclopedia of its kind, contains nearly two hundred
entries, including cryptids (the name given to these unusual beasts), new animal finds,
and the explorers and scientists who search for them. Loren Coleman, one of the
world's leading cryptozoologists, teams up with Jerome Clark, editor and author of
several encyclopedias, to provide these definitive descriptions and many neverbefore-published drawings and photographs from eyewitnesses' detailed accounts. Full
of insights into the methods of these scientists, exciting tales of discovery, and the
history and evolution of this field, Cryptozoology A to Z is the most complete reference
ever of the newest zoological science.
Classic Origami
Own it. Give it. This book is worth the price for the arched back cat fold alone. But the
bonus fold is the Sampan. This book has an excellent balance of verbal and
diagram instructions. Beautiful color pictures with exceptional detail.
Modern Origami
Clear instructions, diagrams, drawings, and photographs help you complete over 60 fascinating projects••from
the relatively simple four-point star, water lily, and sitting crane to the more complex ballet dancer, Egyptian cat,
and dachshund. Challenging subjects for intermediate and advanced paperfolders. Over 500 b/w illus. New Preface
by author.
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Origami Kit For Dummies
Origami Kit For Dummies gives you all the material you need to get started in origami. Included in the kit is an
expert guide book to origami, covering the different bases and techniques you need to create a huge variety of
models. Illustrations and detailed instructions show you how to make 75 unique models, such as a frog, a
settee, fantastic geometric shapes and even a festive Santa! There are also 25 sheets of 5x5 origami paper in five
fun colours. So get folding, and show off your creations in style!
Discover How To:
* Get prepared to start folding
* Understand the international language of origami
* Fold all the basic bases
* Source your paper
* Design creations and draw your own diagrams
About the author
Nick Robinson is a professional origami artist, and has been folding paper for 25 years. He has been a member of
the British Origami Society for over 20 years, and currently he edits their magazine, as well as maintaining
their website.
Summary: an origami classic for all folders
Rating: 5
This is the perfect book to inspire beginners and rekindle the enthusiasm of experts because it is the most
thoughtful work on origami that I have ever read. Yes, it includes a packet of origami paper so the beginner can
begin immediately on opening the book. The layout of the material is attractive and the writing is welcoming.
And there is the required plentitude of excellent models to captivate both the beginner and expert. All that is
sufficient for a useful book, but there is much more offered by the author.
Nick Robinson is a creator of original models who understands the creative process and communicates possibilities
to the reader. He is an accomplished illustrator who knows what the reader needs to be shown and how to reveal
it. Best of all, he has been a teacher of origami over decades and experienced the requirements of instruction. This
is far more than a barebones collection of models, however valuable such a lively gathering is. Robinson is
both relaxed and serious about the craft, so he takes time to write about how to begin, tips on the process of
folding, and a discussion of the different styles of folding that have appeared in this ancient craft. What
he communicates is valuable for the beginner and a necessary reminder for the expert.
The book is not quite perfect. The model on the cover is not included in the text. The origami paper is not the
usual sheet white on one side and color on the other side, not conforming to the illustrations. Some photographs of
the completed models would have been instructive. But these are trivial matters. Robinson is a well-rounded,
great teacher so all who seek to be stimulated by this craft, realizing that we are actually and always dummies,
will enjoy his Origami Kit For Dummies.
Summary: Great book for beginners, but there's lots for experts too
Rating: 5
I'm generally somewhat sceptical of books describing themselves as for dummies: but after seeing a few people
I respect in the origami community speak highly of this book, I decided to purchase a copy. I've been very pleased
with the book: as with many of Robinson's books, there's a lot more text than one might expect to see in an
origami book, but there are also lots of neat models diagrammed: the text is an unexpected bonus.
And as such, the book works well not just for beginners, but for experienced folders as well: I've recommended it
to several people, and will continue to do so.
Summary: A definitive textbook
Rating: 5
Here is a book for anyone who has had a go at origami, and failed. It's a comprehensive guide filled with
excellent diagrams, clear text and practical information. It features a variety of new and old models suitable
for teachers of origami and the more experienced folder. This is destined to become a classic: a definitive textbook
that wears its learning lightly. As such it is a bargain and I award it a richly-deserved five stars.
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Origami: A Step by Step Guide
Instructions and diagrams for fashioning such simple objects as a flower, Japanese box, and church
as well as more challenging projects such as a squirrel on a log, birds in a nest, a unicorn, and a
full-rigged sailing ship. Over 30 entertaining projects for origami fans of all ages and abilities.
India (Travel Guides)
The guides that show you what the others only tell you. Travel Guides have increasingly become
the most sought after guides by seasoned and novice travels alike. Featuring up-to-date
information and spectacular 3-D aerial views
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Practical Science for Gardeners
Informative and entertaining, this book will stimulate experimentation and encourage gardeners
to review and improve their current gardening practices. Once gardeners learn how plants
are constructed, it is easier to envision how they’ll grow and flourish. An understanding of
the structure behind good, healthy soil gives clues as to how to improve one’s own garden tilth.
This practical guide helps readers identify what plants need to survive and how these
fundamental scientific facts are at the heart of good plant care. A chapter on seeds and
germination will encourage gardeners at any level to try their hand at propagation, while discussion
of soil, pests, and diseases adds to the skills of all gardeners. The final sections of the book take
a closer look at biodiversity, ecology, genetic engineering, and nomenclature. For the
enthusiastic beginner or the master gardener, Practical Science for Gardeners unravels the
mysterious inner life of plants.
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Health and Medical
Neuroscience For Dummies
Research into the human brain has exploded in recent years, and neuroscience has become a
major program at many universities and a required course for a wide range of studies.
Neuroscience For Dummies tracks to an introductory neuroscience class, giving you an
understanding of the brain's structure and function, as well as a look into the relationship
between memory, learning, emotions, and the brain. Providing insight into the biology of
mental illness and a glimpse at future treatments and applications of neuroscience, Neuroscience
For Dummies is a fascinating read for students and general interest readers alike.
384 pages
Risk Management Handbook for Health Care
Organizations (3rd edition)
Completely revised and updated, the third edition of this standard handbook includes entirely
new chapters on managed care and risk financing that address the important issues of
cost containment and the advancements in alternate risk financing arrangements. This
comprehensive resource offers everything from the basics of program development to the
more sophisticated concepts of enterprise risk management.
976 pages
Handbook of Neurosurgery (Sixth Edition)
Greenberg's classic text returns in a new edition packed with the fundamental science concepts
and clinical applications that will guide you through the full range of situations arising in
professional practice
1029 pages
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Manual of Neurology
Principles of Neurology, 7/e Companion Handbook- the at a glance summary of the
clinical portions of its market-leading parent text... now in its new edition.
547 pages
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Practical Handbook of Falcon Husbandry and Medicine
Falcon medicine exists for centuries, but in the past 10-15 years tremendous progress
and new development of diseases and treatment methods have been made. It has
always been a challenge to treat these beautiful birds of prey and the challenge
continues until now. Falcons, falconry and falcon medicine are important in Abu Dhabi and
the United Arab Emirates which can be regarded as the cradle of modern falcon medicine
in the 21st century
403 pages
Transfusion Medicine, 3 edition
Transfusion Medicine offers a concise, clinically focused and practical approach to
this important area of medicine.
This well-known handbook presents the experience of a world leader in the field of
blood banking and transfusion therapy. Transfusion Medicine offers complete guidance on
the full range of topics from donor recruitment, blood collection and storage, to testing
and transfusing blood components, complications and transmissible diseases, as well
as cellular engineering, therapeutic apheresis, and the role of hematopoietic growth factors.
608 pages
Principles and Practice of Emergency Neurology
The editors of Emergency Neurology bring their expertise to a handbook for the
emergency department. The symptom-based emphasis guides the emergency physician in
the diagnosis and management of common and complex neurological disorders.
Integrating fundamental neurological concepts with the demands of emergency care, this
reference tool recommends brief examination techniques. It provides critical information
for emergency physicians diagnosing and managing neurologic disorders such as headache,
seizure, and spinal cord injury.
456 pages
Handbook of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias
The reference is a broad-ranging review of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias from both
basic and clinical neuroscience perspectives; it provides scientists and medical professionals with
an extensive introduction and an up-to-date review of cutting-edge scientific advances
648 pages
Clinical Manual of Small Animal Endosurgery
A practical and comprehensive guide to rigid endoscopy and endosurgery in small animal
practice. Fully illustrated throughout, it covers the clinical treatment of small animals from
pre-operative through to post-operative care. With reference to specific procedures, this
manual includes guidance on the selection of equipment, surgical techniques, anaesthesia and
possible complications. A specialist chapter advising on the treatment of birds, reptiles and
small mammals is also included.
336 pages
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Basic Clinical Massage Therapy: Integrating Anatomy
and Treatment (2nd edition)
This superbly illustrated text familiarizes students with individual muscles and muscle systems
and demonstrates basic clinical massage therapy techniques. More than 550 full-color illustrations
of internal structures are embedded into photographs of live models to show each muscle or
muscle group, surrounding structures, surface landmarks, and the therapist's hands.
443 pages
Small Animal Bandaging, Casting, and Splinting Techniques
Small Animal Bandaging, Casting, and Splinting Techniques is a well-illustrated how-to
manual covering common bandaging methods used to support and manage both soft tissue
and orthopedic conditions in small animal patients. This highly practical book offers step-bystep procedures with accompanying photographs to aid in the secure and effective application
of bandages, casts, and splints, with coverage encompassing indications, aftercare, advantages,
and potential complications for each technique. Small Animal Bandaging, Casting, and
Splinting Techniques is an indispensable guide for busy veterinary technicians and nurses, as well
as veterinarians and veterinary students.
144 pages
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Yoga Your Home Practice Companion
This is a complete illustrated guide to yoga by leading teachers from the world-renowned
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta School. Achieve a strong, flexible body, mental alertness and inner
serenity through the practice of yoga with the Sivanada Yoga Vedenta School. You'll learn classic
yoga poses for all levels following clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions
and pick up invaluable tips on what not-to-do. Find well-rounded yoga programmes of 20, 40 and
60 minutes aimed at beginners, intermediate and advanced students so you can practice at
home. Plus, find out the essential roles of meditation and breathing exercises and learn strategies
to develop powers of concentration. This title offers in-depth advice on a healthier diet, including
more than 40 delicious recipes.
257 pages
Fundamentals of Anatomy Physiology
Packaged with every new copy of the text, this award-winning tutorial series uses detailed
animations and engaging quizzes to help students advance beyond memorization to achieve a
genuine understanding of the most difficult topics in A&P. Now featuring a new, eighth module on
the Endocrine System, InterActive Physiology(R) is referenced within key discussions in the
chapters of the text.
2614pages
Carbohydrates: Comprehensive Studies on Glycobiology
and Glycotechnology
This comprehensive book is to readers who are interested in carbohydrates. This
book contains excellent chapters written by experts from the fields of chemistry,
glycobiology, microbiology, immunology, botany, zoology, as well as biotechnology.
569 pages
Mathematical Modelling in Animal Nutrition
Mathematical modelling is increasingly applicable to the practical sciences.
Here, mathematical approaches are applied to the study of mechanisms of digestion
and metabolism in primary animal species. Farmed animals - ruminants, pigs, poultry and
fish are comprehensively covered, as well as sections on companion animals.
Common themes between species, such as energy and amino acid metabolism, are
explored with a worldwide approach. Leading researchers from around the world
have contributed to France and Kebreab's volume to provide an integrated approach
to mathematical modelling in animal nutrition.
588 pages
Hypertension: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease,
2nd edition
Effectively manage the chronic problems of your hypertensive patients with the
practical clinical tools inside Hypertension, 2nd Edition: A Companion to Braunwald's
Heart Disease. This respected cardiology reference covers everything you need to know
- from epidemiology and pathophysiology through diagnosis, risk stratification,
treatment, outcome studies, concomitant diseases, special populations and special
situations, and future treatments.
488 PAGES
Wounds and Lacerations: Emergency Care and Closure,
4th edition
With Wounds and Lacerations: Emergency Care and Closure, you'll get clear,
concise guidance on the latest techniques and strategies for treating lacerations, wounds,
and burns. This medical reference book will help you optimize every aspect of patient
care based on current literature and guidelines.
336 pages
Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, 11th Edition
Designed for the one-semester anatomy and physiology course, Hole's Essentials of
Human Anatomy and Physiology assumes no prior science knowledge and supports
core topics with clinical applications, making difficult concepts relevant to students
pursuing careers in the allied health field. The unparalleled teaching system is highly
effective in providing students with a solid understanding of the important concepts
in anatomy and physiology.
640 pages
A Massage Therapist's Guide to Lower Back & Pelvic Pain
A MASSAGE THERAPIST'S GUIDE TO LOWER BACK AND PELVIC PAIN describes in detail
the background to the evolution of "non-specific" backache as well as the assessment
and treatment methods ideal for use in combination with massage therapy, deriving
from physical therapy, osteopathic, and chiropractic sources.
176 pages
Essentials of Maternity, Newborn, and Women's Health Nursing
This primary "essentials textbook" is intended specifically as the course text for the
standard, increasingly shortened Maternity courses. The book covers topics of
importance without providing the unnecessary detail that is seen in virtually all
essentials maternity texts on the market today.
848 pages
CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Cardiology, Third
Edition (LANGE CURRENT Series)
The latest clinical advances in cardiology at your fingertips!
"This is useful as a quick reference, most suitable for physicians in training, medical
students and midlevels dealing with cardiac patients. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service
Presented in the easy-to-use CURRENT format, this book covers all the major disease
entities and therapeutic challenges in cardiology. Concise, yet comprehensive, it is perfect
for board review as well as for all aspects of heart disease care.
- Covers every important management issue in cardiology
- Includes special topics such as heart disease in pregnancy and the athlete's heart
- Consistent chapter template that includes diagnostic techniques, prevention
strategies, treatment, and prognosis
- All chapters written by experts in the field
- 180+ illustrations, including ECGs, imaging examples, drawings, tables, and charts
- Reflects the most current guidelines in patient care
- Updated throughout, including the latest drug information
- NEW chapter: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- Emphasis on must-know information makes it perfect for board review
593 pages
Practical Paediatrics, 5th Edition
A comprehensive textbook of pediatrics in which childhood disease is described within
the context of social determinants of illness, such as genetic orgins and social factors.
The emphasis is on differential diagnosis from a presenting problem viewpoint, making
it suitable for any problem-based learning style of curriculum.
TABLE OF CONTENS
Part 1 Current Paediatrics Child health and disease. Ethics.
Part 2 Genetics and inborn errors of metabolism Birth defects. Modern basic
genetics. Prenatal diagnosis. Genetic counselling . Inborn errors of metabolism.
Part 3 Clinical assessment The clinical history and physical examination. Posture and
common orthopaedic problems. Developmental screening and assessment.
Part 4 Social and preventative paediatrics The child and the family. Nutrition.
Immunisation. Child injury. The child with school problems. The child with a
developmental disability. The family in difficulty. Failure to thrive. Child abuse. Essentials
of adolescent health care.
Part 5 Problems of behaviour Common behaviour problems. The hyperactive infant and
child. Major psychiatric disorders.
Part 6 Pharmacology and therapeutics Fluid and electrolyte homeostasis.
Part 7 Paediatric emergencies The collapsed child. Poisoning and envenomation.
Part 8 Neonatal problems The normal newborn. Prematurity and low birthweight. The
infant with a respiratory disorder. The jaundiced infant. Congenital and perinatal
infections. Acute neonatal surgical conditions.
Part 9 Infection in childhood Infectious diseases of childhood. Infections of bones and
joints. Meningitis and encephalitis in infancy and childhood. Fever and fever of
unknown origin.
Part 10 Allergy, immunity and inflammation The atopic child. The child who
is immunodeficient. Connective tissue disorders.
Part 11 Respiratory disorders. Epidemiology and clinical patterns of acute
respiratory infections. Wheezing and asthma in childhood. The child with a persistent cough.
Part 12 Cardiac disorders Assessment of the infant and child with suspected heart
disease. Common heart defects and diseases in infancy and childhood
Part 13 Haematology and oncology Anaemias of childhood. Abnormal bleeding
and thrombosis. Cancer in childhood
Part 14 Disorders of the nervous system Seizures and epilepsies. cerebral palsy
and neurodegenerative disorders. Neuromuscular disease Large heads, hydrocephalus
and neural tube defects. The child with a headache.
Part 15 Renal disorders and hypertension Urinary tract malformations and
infection. Glomerulonephritis, related diseases and hypertension
Part 16 Endocrinology and metabolism Growth and variations in growth. Thyroid disorders
in children. The child of uncertain sex. Childhood diabetes and hypoglycaemia. Disorders
of calcium metabolism and bone
Part 17 Disorders of the GI tract and liver Abdominal pain and vomiting in children. The
child with diarrhoea. Malabsorption. The problem of liver disease.
Part 18 The skin the neonate and child with a rash
Part 19 Special senses The eye. Ear, nose and throat problems. The teeth.
Part 20 Common paediatric surgical problems Common surgical conditions.
Part 21 Paediatrics in the future Towards 2010
Index
836 pages
Ortho-Bionomy: A Practical Manual
This is the first book on Ortho-Bionomy, a bodywork technique which is quickly
gaining popularity among laypeople and therapists from all bodywork disciplines. Kathy
Kain gives clear descriptions of the philosophy and concepts of Ortho-Bionomy.
200 pages
An Introduction to Orthodontics (3rd edition)
Popular with thousands of students and clinicians, this book is the established introduction
to the study and practice of orthodontics. With the increased demand for, and expansion
of orthodontic services, this third edition has been updated to provide a
comprehensive orientation to current thinking and practice for dental students and
dental care professionals
288 pages
Breast Cancer: Diagnosis and Management
Breast cancer continues to increase in frequency and approximately one million women
per year are now diagnosed with the disease. There have been significant advances in
our understanding and treatment of breast cancer and these have led to significant
reductions in mortality.
436 pages
Chinese Herbal Medicine - A Medical Dictionary,
Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to
Internet References
This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds
of terms and expressions relating to Chinese herbal medicine. It also gives extensive lists
of bibliographic citations.
108 pages
Color Atlas of Tooth Whitening
Surveys new techniques and chemicals for bleaching teeth that are now being tested
by dentists and people at home. Among the topics are diagnosis and treatment
planning, materials and their evaluation, clinical and laboratory techniques, and marketing.
119 pages
Orthodontic Pearls: A Selection of Practical Tips and
Clinical Expertise
This outstanding book synthesizes a wealth of information gleaned from both clinical
and administrative experiences in orthodontic practice. Contributors from around the
world offer a global perspective, including tips, techniques, and practical points to assist
in everything from diagnosis and using appliances to patient management. Share in
the experiences of a wide range of experts with this practical collection of insights. It
is essential for any practitioner who wants to enhance their skills and refresh their
knowledge with a broad selection of orthodontic pearls.
256 pages
Encyclopedia of Diseases and Disorders
The Encyclopedia of Diseases and Disorders provides authoritative information on a
wide variety of diseases and health disorders. Although the focus in lanning this collection
of articles was on subjects of interest to young readers, the information provided here
is valuable to users of any age. More than two undred articles are categorized in three
major areas of interest: infections, noninfectious diseases, and mental disorders.
481 pages
Herbal Supplements and the Brain: Understanding Their
Health Benefits and Hazards
Today, many manufacturers of plant-based "neuroceuticals" claim their products can
offer powerful benefits in brain function. However, the US government does not require
these manufacturers to demonstrate their products�� effectiveness, leaving it difficult
for consumers and health professionals to make decisions about the benefits and risks.
In Herbal Supplements and the Brain: Understanding their Health Benefits and Hazards,
two leading researchers provide this crucial information in clear language any
intelligent reader can understand and use.
272 pages
Structural Bodywork: An introduction for students
and practitioners
Providing an advanced introduction to the field of structural bodywork, this valuable
resource combines coverage of both skills and theory into one comprehensive guide to
this specialized form of bodywork practice.
256 pages
Atlas of Orthodontics: Principles and Clinical Applications
This book provides the reader with a step by step decision making approach to the practice
of orthodontics. The book uses an array of original photographs and drawings that
highlight the state-of-the-art modern practice of orthodontics with fresh, new ideas
on diagnosis, treatment planning, plus therapy and its clinical application. The book
explains the reasons for all the clinical techniques used based on fundamental biological
and biomechanical principles.
358 pages
MRI of the Heart and Vessels
In recent years magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has enriched the technological
potential available for the characterization of cardiovascular pathologies, adding
substantial advantages to other non-invasive techniques.
418 pages
Itch: Basic Mechanisms and Therapy
Offering details on the pharmacology of itch, techniques of itch evaluation, and
neurogenic itch, this reference presents new concepts in the neurophysiology and
central mechanisms of itch, animal models of itch, and processing of histamine itch in
the human cerebral cortex. The text clarifies itch in systemic and skin disease, exploring
renal itch, uremic pruritus, lichen amyloidosis and more.
342 pages
Principles and Practice of Clinical Trial Medicine
Clinical trials are an important part of medicine and healthcare today, deciding
which treatments we use to treat patients. Anyone involved in healthcare today must
know the basics of running and interpreting clinical trial data. Written in an easyto-understand style by authors who have considerable expertise and experience in
both academia and industry, this book covers all of the basics of clinical trials, from legal
and ethical issues to statistics, to patient recruitment and reporting results.
560 pages
Cardiovascular System - Physiology, Diagnostics and
Clinical Implications
This book is not meant to be an all encompassing text on cardiovascular physiology
and pathology rather a selection of chapters from experts in the field who describe
recent advances in basic and clinical sciences. The text is divided into three main
sections: Cardiovascular Physiology, Cardiovascular Diagnostics and lastly, Clinical Impact
of Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology.
491 pages
Neuromuscular Disorders
This issue is an interesting compendium of diverse and fairly inclusive topics in disorders
of nerve and muscle, with a spectrum of generally well written and pertinent
chapters referencing specific categories of neuromuscular diseases.
280 pages
Atlas and Synopsis of Lever's Histopathology of the Skin
(2nd edition)
Based on Lever's Histopathology of the Skin, Ninth Edition, this full-color atlas presents
an algorithmic pattern recognition approach to differential diagnosis of skin diseases.
Whereas Lever's classifies diseases by pathogenesis, this atlas aids in differential diagnosis
of unknown cases by classifying diseases morphologically, based on their location in the
skin and the patterns and cell types seen through the microscope. Within each
morphologic category, prototypic disorders are described and illustrated with fullcolor photomicrographs, and a list of differential diagnostic possibilities is presented. The
atlas contains over 1,300 full-color illustrations.
512 pages
Prenatal Diagnosis: Morphology Scan and Invasive Methods
This book provides detailed and comprehensive coverage on various aspects of
prenatal diagnosis-with particular emphasis on sonographic and molecular diagnostic
issues. It features sections dedicated to fundamentals of clinical, ultrasound and
genetics diagnosis of human diseases, as well as current and future health strategies
related to prenatal diagnosis.
219 pages
Cancer Management
This book addresses various cancer management related topics including new approaches
for early cancer detection and novel anti-cancer therapeutic strategies. The book is
a collection of studies and reviews written by experts from different parts of the world
to present the most up-to-date knowledge on cancer management.
102 pages
State Of The Heart
Written by respected cardiothoracic surgeon Larry W. Stephenson, M.D. with
bestselling author Jeffrey L. Rodengen, "State of the Heart: The Practical Guide to Your
Heart and Heart Surgery" is the ultimate source of information for heart patients,
their families, and anyone concerned with heart health. Its 47 contributors include a
who's who of prominent surgeons from the world's leading cardiac care centers and
advice from many pioneers of heart surgery, including Christiaan N. Barnard, Denton
Cooley, Michael DeBakey, John Kirklin and C. Walton Lillehei.
288 pages
Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals
Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals is a concise, accessible introduction
to medical genetics for all health professions students. Even with limited exposure
to genetics, students can use the accelerated approach in this text to attain a base
foundation of genetics knowledge.
240 pages
Neuroscience
This book comprises chapters on diverse topics in neuroscience ranging from
cellular, computational, cognitive, and clinical neuroscience. Individual chapters focus
on recent advances in specific areas including social neuroscience, which is a relatively
new field that studies the neural basis of social interactions. All chapters represent
recent contributions to the rapidly developing field of neuroscience and illustrate the range
of research conducted under the umbrella of the truly interdisciplinary neurosciences.
148 pages
Side Effects of Drugs Annual 33
The Side Effects of Drugs Annual was first published in 1977. It has been
continually published since then as a yearly update to the voluminous encyclopedia,
Meyler's Side Effects of Drugs. Each new Annual continues to provide clinicians and
medical investigators with a reliable and critical yearly survey of new data and trends in
the area of adverse drug reactions and interactions. An international team of specialists
has contributed to the informative Annual by critically interpreting it and by pointing
to whatever is misleading.
1122 [ages
Natural Pharmacy
The Natural Medicine Resource You Can Trust
Imagine having the foremost experts in natural medicine providing up-to-date
treatment options for your health concerns. With The Natural Pharmacy from
Healthnotes, Inc., you get just that. Completely revised to include more than 500 entries,
this reliable health information resource is informative and easy to navigate.
832 pages
Antibiotic Discovery and Development
This volume covers all aspects of the antibiotic discovery and development process
through Phase II/III. The contributors, a group of highly experienced individuals in
both academics and industry, include chapters on the need for new antibiotic
compounds, strategies for screening for new antibiotics, sources of novel synthetic
and natural antibiotics, discovery phases of lead development and optimization,
and candidate compound nominations into development. Beyond discovery , the
handbook will cover all of the studies to prepare for IND submission: Phase I (safety and
dose ranging), progression to Phase II (efficacy), and Phase III (capturing desired
initial indications). This book walks the reader through all aspects of the process, which
has never been done before in a single reference. With the rise of antibiotic resistance
and the increasing view that a crisis may be looming in infectious diseases, there are
strong signs of renewed emphasis in antibiotic research. The purpose of the handbook is
to offer a detailed overview of all aspects of the problem posed by antibiotic discovery
and development.
1145 pages
Promoting Health (Vital Notes for Nurses)
Vital Notes for Nurses: Promoting Health is a concise, accessible introduction to
health promotion and public health for pre-registration nursing students and newly
qualified nurses
208 pages
Hysterectomy
This book is intended for the general and family practitioners, as well as for
gynecologists, specialists in gynecological surgery, general surgeons, urologists and all
other surgical specialists that perform procedures in or around the female pelvis, in
addition to intensives and all other specialities and health care professionals who care
for women before, during or after hysterectomy.
436 pages
Embryogenesis
This book is a compilation of cutting edge views of current trends in modern
developmental biology, focusing on gametogenesis, fertilization, early and/or
late embryogenesis in animals, plants, and some other small organisms. Each of 27
chapters contributed from the authorships of world-wide 20 countries provides an
introduction as well as an in-depth review to classical as well as contemporary problems
that challenge to understand how living organisms are born, grow, and reproduce at
the levels from molecule and cell to individual.
663 pages
Neurology Practice Guidelines
Written by 45 experts in active practice around the world, this convenient book of
available options in neurological therapy offers explicit guidance for identifying and
managing the most prevalent neurological diseases-furnishing a systematic approach
that considers medical history, physical examination and diagnostic methods, ancillary
tests, traditional and alternative treatments, and adverse reactions to drugs.
Discusses interventions for epilepsy, seizures, stroke, Alzheimer's disease,
Parkinson's disease, myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, and more. Providing
quick access to the latest knowledge, Neurology Practice Guidelines describes the
most appropriate and reliable therapies for treatable conditions-preventing the adoption
of futile or dangerous strategies recommends specific drug doses and dosage
frequency schedules presenting complete pharmaceutical information in a single source
�� reviews contemporary community standards of care-elucidating established courses
of action for optimal management practices �� and more!
522 pages
Diabetic Nephropathy
Internationally renowned experts have provided data on their own studies, and discuss
the relative usefulness of their work in relation to diabetic nephropathy.
175 pages
Psychosexual Nursing
The focus on this book is on helping practitioners recognize and respond appropriately
to psychosexual anxiety and distress. Recent research suggests that the sexual concerns
of patients still go unaddressed and that communication with patients about sexual issues
is generally inadequate. Psychosexual anxiety and distress occur as the consequence
of changes or threats to the sexual aspects of an individual?s self-confidence. Such
changes may occur as the consequence of illness, disability, ageing, altered sexual
function, relationship difficulties, loss and other psychosocial events. Sexual distress
and anxieties that go unrecognized may lead to sexual and interpersonal problems which
in turn create further anxiety or distress. As a consequence, a vicious circle of altered
sexual self-concept, psychosexual anxiety and distress, and alterations in sexual
response and satisfacction, can become quickly established. This book gives a
thorough grounding in the principles of the care of patients with psychosexual
problem. Psychosexual anxiety and distress ? Professional issues in psychosexual
care ? Psychosexual nursing skills ? Altered sexual interest and response ?
Sexual dysfunction ? Reproductive sexual health ? Sexual orientation ? Sexually
transmitted infections ? Sexual assult and sexual abuse ? Sexual variations and
issues relating to gender identity ? Useful addresses ?
184 pages
Organ Transplantation: A Clinical Guide
Organ Transplantation: A Clinical Guide covers all aspects of transplantation in both adult
and pediatric patients. Cardiac, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and small bowel
transplantation are discussed in detail, as well as emerging areas such as face and
pancreatic islet cell transplantation. For each organ, chapters cover basic science
of transplantation, recipient selection, the transplant procedure, anesthetic and
post-operative care, and long-term follow-up and management of complications.
Important issues in donor selection and management are also discussed,
including recruitment and allocation of potential donor organs and expanding the donor
pool. Summary tables and illustrations enhance the text, and long-term outcome data
are provided where available. Written by expert transplant surgeons, anesthetists
and physicians, Organ Transplantation: A Clinical Guide is an invaluable
multidisciplinary resource for any clinician involved in transplantation, providing indepth knowledge of specialist areas of transplantation and covering the full range
of management strategies
386 pages
Biological Aspects of Human Health and Well-Being
This book presents and discusses current research in the field of biology, with a
particular emphasis on biological factors and their role in health and well-being.
Topics discussed include the biotechnology of cyanobacteria; the reasons why glucose is
the principal source of energy for living beings; post-transcriptional effects of oestrogen
on gene expression; sialylation mechanism in bacteria and the evolution biology of health
and disease clinical medicine from a Darwinian perspective.
277 pages
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Building Brains: An Introduction to Neural Development
The development of a brain from its simple beginnings in the embryo to the
extraordinarily complex fully-functional adult structure is a truly remarkable
process. Understanding how it occurs remains a formidable challenge despite
enormous advances over the last century and current intense world-wide scientific
research. A greater knowledge of how nervous systems construct themselves will bring
huge benefits for human health and future technologies. Unravelling the mechanisms
that lead to the development of healthy brains should help scientists tackle
currently incurable diseases of the nervous system such as autism, epilepsy
and schizophrenia (to name but a few), discover more about the processes that cause
the uncontrolled growth associated with cancer and develop possible treatments.
348 pages
Self in Neuroscience and Psychiatry
An international team focuses on current models of self-consciousness from neurosciences
and psychiatry in this collection of essays. These are set against introductory essays
describing philosophical, historical and psychological approaches.
496 pages
Cancer and Sexual Health (Current Clinical Urology)
The average physician and even cancer care-givers are not knowledgeable about the
effects of cancer treatment on sex and reproductive life. They are even less aware of
the options available for treatment of such patients. Cancer and Sexual Health fills a
great need for a reference work devoted to the link between cancer and human sexuality.
The volume is designed to give a comprehensive and state-of-the-art review of the
sexual and reproductive consequences of cancer diagnosis and treatment. It will prove
an invaluable resource for those clinicians caring for cancer patients as well as acting as
a reference text for the sexual medicine clinician who may not see a large number of
cancer patients.
811 pages
Practical Handbook of Plant Alchemy: An Herbalist's Guide
to Preparing Medicinal Essences, Tinctures, and Elixirs
An herbalist shows how to release the complete healing properties of plants by using
ancient spagyric (alchemical) methods.
272 pages
Measuring Immunity: Basic Science and Clinical Practice
Most of the diseases of modern mankind involve either acute or chronic
inflammation. Measuring Immunity integrates the current information available on
biomarkers and surrogate assays into a single handbook. It highlights the principles
behind various applications, gives a brief summary on how they are conducted and
provides detailed and critical analyses of murine models of immunity, clinical trials, and
tests to predict utility and benefit. Measuring Immunity is indispensable for scientists
and clinicians interested in the clinical applications of modern immunobiology.
736 pages
Manual of Acupuncture Applied Kinesiology Israel
t has the characteristic of being innovative, since It used the most advanced programs of the
moment (Zbruch for 3D and Poser, Illustrator and Photoshop for graphics and InDesign for
page layout), drawings are generally more effective than what you can find in the U.S. and
other English speaking countries or in Belgium. The Kinesiologists gains time to perform
complex procedures.
content :
- meridians
- acupuncture points
- digital modes,
- neuro vascular, neuro lymphatic charts
- holographic kinesiology,
- nutritional energy reflex point,
- reflexology,
- tooth kinesiology,
- accutouch,
- pith roll yaw
- cloacal,
- gaits,
- hyoid,
- accu 5 and 7 (the five elements and the 7 elements)
- chakra
- form 8..
48 pages
Alcoholism and Addiction Cure: A Holistic Approach to
Total Recovery
The Alcoholism and Addiction Cure contains the powerful three-step program to total recovery that
is the basis of the miraculous success of the Passages Addiction Cure Center in Malibu,
California. You'll learn the three steps to permanent sobriety; the four causes of dependency;
how your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs are key factors in your recovery; and how to create
your own personalized treatment program with the help of health professionals where you liveone that gets to the real, underlying causes of dependency. A visionary and an innovator,
Chris Prentiss brings new hope to people everywhere who are dependent on drugs, alcohol,
or addictive behaviors. This groundbreaking approach will show you how to end relapse, end
your craving, end addictive behavior, and end your suffering.
352 pages
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Ayurvedic Healing Cuisine
Ayurvedic Healing Cuisine explains the healing qualities of various foods and spices and
recommends combinations appropriate for specific conditions of body and mind.
272pages
Encyclopedia of Genetics, Four-Volume Set
The Encyclopedia of Genetics provides the most complete and authoritative coverage
of genetics ever published. Dr. Sydney Brenner, the 2002 Nobel Prize winner for Physiology
or Medicine, and Professor Jeffrey H. Miller of UCLA have gathered the world's top
geneticists to contribute to this outstanding collection. Diverse information is compiled into
a single, comprehensive source, containing a clear presentation of cutting-edge
knowledge. Easy-to-use and well-organized, the Encyclopedia of Genetics is an
invaluable reference work for everyone from the academic researcher to the
educated layperson.
2800 pages
Bacterial Infections of Humans: Epidemiology and Control,
4th Edition
The new Fourth Edition of Bacterial Infections of Humans reflects a decade of
important discoveries, technological progress, and valuable new therapies as well
as emerging and reemerging infections, resistant strains of bacteria, and threats
of bioterrorism. It offers accessible, up-to-date information across the range of
disease entities.
As in previous editions, introductory chapters review general concepts of infection
and epidemiology, and the chapters devoted to specific infections follow a consistent
and highly useful format: historical background, methodology (diagnosis and
pathology), biology, descriptive epidemiology, mechanism and routes of
transmission, pathogenesis, host responses, methods of prevention and control, and areas
for future research. All material has been thoroughly updated, and two chapters on
molecular epidemiology and health care-acquired bacterial infections, are entirely new.
A sampling of the 40 diseases and clinical syndromes covered in the Fourth Edition:
- Anthrax
- Bacterial foodborne disease
- Chlamydia
- E. coli
- Legionellosis
- Meningitis
- Q fever
- Tuberculosis
Bacterial Infections of Humans has been noted for ably complementing textbooks on
the subject, and this most current edition remains a major reference for professionals in
the field, including public health practitioners, microbiologists, immunologists,
researchers studying pathogenic bacteria, clinicians working with infectious disease,
and medical or nursing students
1600 pages
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Adult Cardiac Surgery
his book will answer the questions frequently asked by newly qualified nurses or
nurses entering the specialty of cardiac surgery. It identifies the needs of the adult
patient recovering from cardiac surgery, and focuses on the more common procedures
of coronary artery bypass graft and valve surgery. The information provided will
enable evidence based nursing care to support interventions in the meeting of those
needs. This text will allow nurses in this specialist area to concentrate on a high
basic standard of nursing care, ensuring that the needs of the patient are not neglected in
the pursuit of technological advancement. It discusses the main complications that may
occur and how these can be dealt with.
250 pages
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Networks of the Brain
Over the last decade, the study of complex networks has expanded across diverse
scientific fields. Increasingly, science is concerned with the structure, behavior, and
evolution of complex systems ranging from cells to ecosystems. Modern network
approaches are beginning to reveal fundamental principles of brain architecture and
function, and in Networks of the Brain, Olaf Sporns describes how the integrative nature
of brain function can be illuminated from a complex network perspective. Highlighting
the many emerging points of contact between neuroscience and network science, the
book serves to introduce network theory to neuroscientists and neuroscience to those
working on theoretical network models.
Brain networks span the microscale of individual cells and synapses and the macroscale
of cognitive systems and embodied cognition. Sporns emphasizes how networks
connect levels of organization in the brain and how they link structure to function. In order
to keep the book accessible and focused on the relevance to neuroscience of
network approaches, he offers an informal and nonmathematical treatment of the
subject. After describing the basic concepts of network theory and the fundamentals of
brain connectivity, Sporns discusses how network approaches can reveal principles of
brain architecture. He describes new links between network anatomy and function
and investigates how networks shape complex brain dynamics and enable adaptive
neural computation. The book documents the rapid pace of discovery and innovation
while tracing the historical roots of the field.
The study of brain connectivity has already opened new avenues of study in
neuroscience. Networks of the Brain offers a synthesis of the sciences of complex
networks and the brain that will be an essential foundation for future research.
375 pages
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A-Z of Neurological Practice, Second Edition: A Guide
to Clinical Neurology
The Second Edition of A-Z of Neurological Practice builds on the previous edition with
revised and updated information in a high density but easily accessible format to provide
a quick and ready reference for busy clinicians of all degrees of experience. Entries for
specific neurological conditions are uniformly structured indicating: Pathophysiology;
Clinical Features; Investigations and Diagnosis; Differential Diagnosis; Treatment
and Prognosis. Key references are cited throughout and all entries are cross referenced. AZ of Neurological Practice, Second Edition is a practical, authoritative guide that will
become an invaluable resource for neurologists in clinical practice, neurology trainees and
all those involved with the treatment of neurological disorders.
819 pages
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Exercise and the Heart, 5 edition
The new edition of Exercise and the Heart offers the essential clinical and scientific information
on exercise testing and interpretation. Balancing the essential physiology with a problem
based approach to cardiac problem management, this new edition provides the clinician with
a resource for diagnosis and treatment with exercise. New material on exercise therapy and the
effect of chronic exercise on the heart provide a clinical aide to the cardiologist and internist.
546 pages
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Problems with Patients
When patient meets doctor, as well as engaging in a transaction with a clinical purpose,
they react to one another as people. Their personalities and ability to form relationships
in general also affect the professional interaction. As with other relationships, things can
go wrong. The outcome of the consultation may not be what either individual hoped for
or intended. Norton and Smith explore the factors that can cause problems in the
doctor-patient relationship. Within a model studied from three theoretical perspectives,
the authors emphasize the often unconscious personal aspects of the doctorpatient interaction, and offer concrete advice to help doctors manage their dealings
with patients. This fresh look at an important but often neglected aspect of health care will
be vital reading for all doctors, psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers,
medical students, health care administrators, and patients' rights advocates.
192 pages
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Veterinary Dictionary
*This book is a must for all animal enthusiasts,most problems are covered that your
animal or companion pet are likely to come up against.
*Just to put this book in context. Our existing edition (the second edition) of this book
is second hand and is signed on the flyleaf 'Madeline Wright, Xmas 1938'. It is still one of
our most frequently used reference books in our house. We have a cat, two dogs, a
horse, two ponies and a small flock of chickens - but even if we simply owned one dog
I would still invest in this book. It seems amazing that for a nation of animal lovers we
still remain largely ignorant of the health of our pets, either rushing to the vet or
simply ignoring/not recognising the symtoms. This is the ulimate medical encyclopeadia
for furry friends. It is comprehensive, informative and a must have for anyone with pets
or animals - and a bargain at the price!
816 pages
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Medical Insights: From Classroom to Patient
Medical Insights: From Classroom to Patient is a quick reference to assist
medical professionals and students on how to decipher medical information. Many
texts present materials in a voluminous and disjointed manner. This guide takes
disparate medical information and puts it together in a way that readers can utilize to
quickly make important clinical connections. Topics are presented in a clinically relevant
and easy-to-use format. This is an ideal resource for all medical professionals and students.
226 pages
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Atlas of Functional Neuroanatomy
The Atlas of Functional Neuroanatomy guides the student and practitioner in visualizing
and understanding the many parts of the central nervous system (CNS)-the key to
knowing where diseases occur. The illustrations include photographs and drawings
(some color-enhanced) which have been selectively labeled; each is accompanied by
text which explains the structures named and appropriate clinically-relevant comments.
The Atlas presents an overview of the nervous system, followed by the sensory and
motor systems as they traverse the CNS. These features prepare students to work
through the localization process. The atlas also offers a detailed look at the
microanatomy, particularly of the brainstem. Radiographic images are also included,
along with illustrations of the blood supply of the brain. The final section features a unique
set of illustrations, and these serve as the foundation for an integrated view of the
structure and function of the limbic system.
249 pages
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MDCT Anatomy - Body
Although already in its third decade, computed tomography (CT) remains a highly
dynamic field. The rapid development of multidetector CT (MDCT) technology has
challenged the radiological world, even more so with the increasing use of MDCT
angiography and cardiac CT. State-of-the-art MDCT techniques have been further
enhanced by innovative post-processing imaging software. The book MDCT Body Anatomy
is designed to assist medical residents, imaging technicians, and clinicians. Its nearly
500 axial and multiplanar illustrations comprise a comprehensive MDCT anatomic atlas of
the body able to provide prompt answers to imaging anatomy questions. The MDCT
anatomy of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis is presented in three different parts, with
every image containing an informative legend describing the anatomic section performed.
224 pages
Cancer and Sexual Health (Current Clinical Urology)
The average physician and even cancer care-givers are not knowledgeable about the effects of
cancer treatment on sex and reproductive life. They are even less aware of the options available
for treatment of such patients. Cancer and Sexual Health fills a great need for a reference
work devoted to the link between cancer and human sexuality. The volume is designed to give
a comprehensive and state-of-the-art review of the sexual and reproductive consequences of
cancer diagnosis and treatment. It will prove an invaluable resource for those clinicians caring
for cancer patients as well as acting as a reference text for the sexual medicine clinician who may
not see a large number of cancer patients.
811 pages
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Antibody Expression and Production
Engineered antibodies currently represent over 30% of biopharmaceuticals in clinical
trials and their total worldwide sales continue to increase significantly. The importance
of antibody applications is reflected in their increasing clinical and industrial applications
as well as in the progression of established and emerging production strategies. This
volume provides detailed coverage of the generation, optimization,
characterization, production and applications of antibody. It provides the
necessary theoretical background and description of methods for the expression of
antibody in microbial and animal cell cultures and in transgenic animals and plants. There is
a strong focus on those issues related to the production of intrabodies, bispecific antibody
and antibody fragments and also to novel applications in cancer immunotherapy.
354 pages
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Society, Behaviour and Epilepsy
Although clinical, neurological, biological, psychiatric and even therapeutic aspects of epilepsy
have been fairly consistently reviewed, relatively little is known about the psycho-social aspects of
this condition. The psycho-social consequences of epilepsy are arguably often more severe than
the severity of epilepsy. Studies show that social exclusion, fear, anxiety, stress,
suicide, unemployment and homelessness among people with epilepsy are higher than the
general population. Although there are no viable eclectic theories of bio-psychosocial aspects
of epilepsy, there are several current psychological and sociological perspectives of this disorder.
This book fills a gap in the literature on the psycho-social context of epilepsy.
349 pages
Introduction to Male Reproductive Medicine
An Introduction to Male Reproductive Medicine is written specifically for readers seeking
entry into this fast-moving, complex specialty with a solid understanding of the subject.
The first chapters cover the anatomy and physiology, clinical evaluation, surgery,
medicine, genetics and laboratory testing involved in the current evaluation and treatment
of the infertile male, and the final chapter describes the interaction of the field with
female reproductive medicine. Throughout the book, references are directly made to
the fourth edition of the major text in the specialty, Infertility in the Male, edited by
Larry Lipshultz, Stuart Howards and Craig Niederberger, allowing readers to expand
their understanding of specific areas where desired. Each chapter is written by a
well-renowned expert in an easy to follow, informal style, making the text ideal for
students, residents and general physicians who are seeking to increase their
general knowledge of the field.
168 pages
Male Reproductive Dysfunction
Reproductive function of a male broadly encompasses three interrelated and
synergistic steps, the spermatogenesis (formation of sperms), and regulation of the
male reproductive functions and performance of the male sexual act. Various hormones
and other factors regulate the primary reproductive functions. The male sex hormones
also exert their influence on the accessory sexual organs, cellular metabolism and on
other functions of the body.
306 pages
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Body Has a Mind of Its Own: How Body Maps in Your
Brain Help You Do
Your body has a mind of its own. You know it’s true. You can sense it, even though it may
be hard to articulate. You know that your body is more than a vehicle for your brain to
cruise around in, but how deeply are mind and body truly interwoven?
240 pages
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Male Infertility
Male infertility is a multifaceted disease where genetic, epigenetic and environmental
factors all contribute to the development of the phenotype. Understanding of the
molecular landscape of the sperm is likely to increase dramatically in the coming future
with the advent of new technologies that permit high throughput and detailed
molecular analysis.
203 pages
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Homoeopathy As Art and Science
Homoeopathy is a science and an art of medicine. It differs from conventional
medicine mainly in its concept of disease as a protective explosion - in acute instances as
a protective attempt at exteriorization, and in many chronic diseases as an expression
of symptoms (especially functional symptoms) asking for a remedy. It is based on the law
of similars, first recorded by Hippocrates and developed into a system of medicine
by Hahnemann, which states that 'likes cure likes.
344 Pages
Organ Transplantation: A Clinical Guide
This e-book covers all aspects of transplantation in both adult and pediatric patients.
Cardiac, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and small bowel transplantation are discussed in
detail, as well as emerging areas such as face and pancreatic islet cell transplantation.
For each organ, chapters cover basic science of transplantation, recipient selection,
the transplant procedure, anesthetic and post-operative care, and long-term follow-up
and management of complications. Important issues in donor selection and management
are also discussed, including recruitment and allocation of potential donor organs
and expanding the donor pool. Summary tables and illustrations enhance the text, and
long-term outcome data are provided where available. Written by expert transplant
surgeons, anesthetists and physicians, Organ Transplantation: A Clinical Guide is
an invaluable multidisciplinary resource for any clinician involved in transplantation,
providing in-depth knowledge of specialist areas of transplantation and covering the full
range of management strategies.
386 pages
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Hysterectomy
This book is intended for the general and family practitioners, as well as for
gynecologists, specialists in gynecological surgery, general surgeons, urologists and all
other surgical specialists that perform procedures in or around the female pelvis, in
addition to intensives and all other specialities and health care professionals who care
for women before, during or after hysterectomy.
436 pages
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Respiratory System at a Glance, 3 edition
Following the familiar, easy to use at a Glance format, and now in full-colour, The
Respiratory System at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for
medical students. Reflecting changes to the content and assessment methods used in
medical education and published clinical recommendations, this at a Glance provides a
user-friendly overview of the respiratory system to encapsulate all that the student needs
to know.
128 pages
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Manual of Small Animal Reproduction and Neonatology
Problems with breeding of dogs and cats and the complications of whelping and kittening
are commonly dealt with by veterinary surgeons in practice. Success depends on a full appreciation
of the normal events involved in reproduction, and the problems that may arise. The
international contributors of this book describe the normal physiological basis of fertility
and reproduction, and the approach to problems seen in practice.
235 pages
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Renal Failure - The Facts
The book consists of some facts about diagnosis, etiopathogenis and treatment of acute
and chronic renal failure. Acute, as well as chronic renal failure is great medical problems
and their treatment is a burden for the budget of each government. The purpose of
the chapters is to present some important issues of diagnosis and causes of AKI, as well
as caused by snakes and arthropods, after cardiac surgery, as well as some
therapeutic achievements in AKI.
280 pages
Diabetes Mellitus (Methods in Molecular Medicine)
Univ. of Kentucky, Lexington. Text reflects on the experimental methodology for studying
the molecular defects leading to diabetes mellitus. Discusses insulin production and insulin action,
and includes laboratory protocols, notes of interest, and specific techniques. DNLM: Diabetes Mellitus.
208 pages
Emergency Medicine
Announcing a better source for dependable answers in your fast-paced field! This
new reference, edited by James G. Adams, MD, presents the right kind of know-how the right way - so you can get what you need and move on. You'll have just
enough background to understand each problem without getting bogged down ...
expert decision-making assistance, with evidence where available ... and a userfriendly format that delivers high-yield guidance in instants, both in print and online!
2327 Pages
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Human Anatomy with MasteringA&P, Media Update
(6th Edition)
Human Anatomy, Media Update, Sixth Edition builds upon the clear and concise
explanations of the best-selling Fifth Edition with a dramatically improved art and
photo program, clearer explanations and readability, and more integrated clinical
coverage. Recognized for helping students establish the framework needed for
understanding how anatomical structure relates to function, the text��s
engaging descriptions now benefit from a brand-new art program that features
vibrant, saturated colors as well as new side-by-side cadaver photos. New Focus figures
have been added to help students grasp the most difficult topics in anatomy.
880 pages
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Handbook of Neurosurgery (Sixth Edition)
Greenberg's classic text returns in a new edition packed with the fundamental
science concepts and clinical applications that will guide you through the full range
of situations arising in professional practice.
1029 pages
Diseases of the Hair and Scalp (3rd edition)
This book attempts to present a practical clinical account of the hair and its disorders. It
is hoped that it will be of value not only to the dermatologist, but also to other physicians
who wish to understand the significance of changes in their patients hair. The
comparative physiology of hair growth is described because it throws light on
clinical situations in man. Diseases of the hair and scalp are included as they are so
often associated with some disturbance of hair growth.
606 pages
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Internal Medicine
Don't panic! "Crash Course" is here-that perfect set of lecture notes which no student
ever really has the time to compile. These books deliver all of the information needed to
get through a course or prepare for exams. Clear text covers the essential concepts of
each discipline or specialty; learning features expedite mastery of the material; and
review questions let readers assess their knowledge.
448 pages
Breast Cancer: Diagnosis and Management
Breast cancer continues to increase in frequency and approximately one million women
per year are now diagnosed with the disease. There have been significant advances in
our understanding and treatment of breast cancer and these have led to significant
reductions in mortality.
436 pages
Nurses! Test yourself in Anatomy & Physiology
Looking for a quick and effective way to revise and test your knowledge? This handy book
is the essential self-test resource for nurses studying basic anatomy & physiology
and preparing for exams.
192 pages
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DNA Sequencing - Methods and Applications
InTeO | 2012 | ISBN: 9535105640 9789535105640 | 183 pages | PDF | 5 MB
This book illustrates methods of DNA sequencing and its application in plant, animal
and medical sciences. This book is intended to serve as an important resource and review
to the researchers in the field of DNA sequencing.
183 pages
Causes of Epilepsy: Common and Uncommon Causes in
Adults and Children
Causation is an aspect of epilepsy neglected in the scientific literature and in
the conceptualization of epilepsy at a clinical and experimental level. It was to remedy
this deficiency that this book was conceived. The book opens with a draft
etiological classification that goes some way to filling the nosological void. The book is
divided into four etiological categories: idiopathic, symptomatic, cryptogenic, and
provoked epilepsies. Each chapter considers topics in a consistent fashion, dealing with
the phenomenon of epilepsy in each etiology, including its epidemiology, clinical features
and prognosis, and any specific aspects of treatment.
The book is a comprehensive reference work, a catalogue of all important causes of epilepsy, and
a clinical tool for all clinicians dealing with patients who have epilepsy. It is aimed at
epileptologists and neurologists and provides a distillation of knowledge in a form that is helpful in
the clinical setting.
808 pages
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MRI of the Heart and Vessels
In recent years magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has enriched the technological
potential available for the characterization of cardiovascular pathologies, adding
substantial advantages to other non-invasive techniques.
418 pages
Basic Biomechanics
Basic Biomechanics provides balanced coverage of anatomical structure, biomechanics,
and applications, as recommended by the Biomechanics Academy of AAHPERD. Numerous
applications from sport, ergonomics, and daily living-both qualitative and quantitative
help demonstrate the relevance of biomechanical principles beyond elite sports performance and
into everyday life. The quantitative aspects of biomechanics are presented in a
manageable, progressive fashion, and a mathematics appendix helps make the material accessible
to all students, regardless of mathematical skill level.
560 pages
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Radiologic-Pathologic Correlations from Head to
Toe: Understanding the Manifestations of Disease
This book, first of its kind and written by leading experts, offers a comprehensive review of imaging
of the whole body based on correlating the radiologic findings with gross and microscopic pathology .
764 pages
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Anesthesia for Infants and Children, 8th Edition,
edited by Drs. Peter J. Davis, Franklyn P. Cladis, and Etsuro K. Motoyama, delivers all
the state-of-the-art guidance you need to provide optimal perioperative care for any type
of pediatric surgery. Now in full color throughout, it also features online access to an
image and video library, including ultrasound-guided pediatric regional blocks, reviewstyle questions, plus the complete fully-searchable text at expertconsult.com.
-Get expert guidance from leading experts covering both basic science and clinical practice
for every aspect of pediatric anesthesia.
-Incorporate the latest clinical guidelines and innovations in your practice.
-Find key facts fast with quick-reference appendices: drug dosages, growth curves,
normal values for pulmonary function tests, and a listing of common and
uncommon syndromes.
-Access the complete contents and illustrations online at expertconsult.com - fully searchable!
-Watch online video demonstrations of ultrasound-guided and conventional pediatric
regional blocks, airway management, cardiac anesthesia, single-lung ventilation,
neonatal surgery, and fetal surgery.
-Gain new insight into today's hottest topics, including sleep-disordered breathing,
cuffed endotracheal tubes, premedication, emergence agitation, postoperative vomiting,
and new airway devices.
-Stay current with new chapters on ICU management, conjoined twins, and basic
neonatal physiology, plus new coverage of pharmacology and monitoring techniques.
-Get outstanding visual guidance with full-color illustrations throughout the book.
The most comprehensive text for pediatric anesthesia is now improved with online
access, video content and a full color text.
Anesthesia & Analgesia called the 7th edition "a modern classic" and noted that "each
chapter is well written, clear, and concise."
"This book is user friendly, well illustrated, and well written. There are quite a few books
on this topic, and they struggle to maintain a balance between breadth and depth. This
book manages that beautifully. It is a wonderful addition to the library of anyone
who practices pediatric anesthesia, either occasionally or on a regular basis."- Tariq M.
Malik, MD, Doody's Review - 5 Stars!
1376 pages
ICU Book (3rd edition)
This best-selling resource provides a general overview and basic information for all
adult intensive care units. The material is presented in a brief and quick-access format
which allows for topic and exam review.
1065 pages
Evolution of Nervous Systems, Four-Volume Set
All biology only makes sense when seen in the light of evolution, and this is especially true
for the nervous system. All animals have nervous systems that mediate their behaviors,
many of them species specific. Yet, these nervous systems all evolved from the
simple nervous system of a common ancestor. To understand these nervous systems,
we need to know how they vary and how this variation emerged in evolution. Over
100 distinguished neuroscientists have assembled, for the first time, the current state-ofthe-art knowledge on how nervous systems evolved throughout the animal kingdom.
This four-volume overview is rich in detail and broad in scope, and outlines the changes
in brain and nervous system organization that occurred from the first vertebrates to
present day fishes, reptiles, birds, mammals, and especially primates, including humans.
The basic principles of brain evolution are discussed, as well as mechanisms of change,
which involved gene expression and altered the courses of embryonic development.
The reader can select from chapters on highly specific topics as well as those providing
an overview of current thinking and approaches. This unique major reference promises
to become the gold standard for those interested in evolution and in nervous systems.
2024 pages
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Muscle Energy Manual, 3 Volumes
This manual, one of a series of three, is, like the entire series, an example of scholarly
work usually not encountered with many other manuals or textbooks that deal with
an individual manual medicine technique or a compilation thereof. The organization of
the series is excellent, well and insightfully written, and superbly illustrated. It serves
equally as a reference text, instruction manual, and a hands-on book, both for the novice
in the field and the "old hands." In summary, this book and the rest of the entire series, is
the definitive text of osteopathic muscle energy techniques and approaches written by
an expert and his well educated team. It should be not only on every serious
practitioner's bookshelf, it should be on the center shelf. A gem for years to come, setting
the standard.
692 pages
Cardiovascular System - Physiology, Diagnostics and
Clinical Implications
This book is not meant to be an all encompassing text on cardiovascular physiology
and pathology rather a selection of chapters from experts in the field who describe
recent advances in basic and clinical sciences. The text is divided into three main
sections: Cardiovascular Physiology, Cardiovascular Diagnostics and lastly, Clinical Impact
of Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology.
491 pages
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Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (4th edition)
Designed for the one-semester course, this book allows instructors to teach the basics
of anatomy and physiology while fostering the skills of problem solving.
644 pages
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Textbook of Medicine, 4th Edition
Comprehensive and complete, the 4th Edition of this classic textbook thoroughly covers a full range
of topics in general clinical medicine. It emphasizes practical aspects while also examining the
growth in our understanding of the mechanisms of disease. A system-based organization
makes information easy to find. A website gives access to more illustrations and case studies
and includes multiple-choice questions.
1520 pages
Textbook of Anaesthesia, 4 edition
This is a New Edition of a very successful textbook aimed at trainee anaesthetists taking
the Fellowship examination of the Royal College of Anaesthetists and similar exams.
The examination has changed since the current edition was published moving from a
three part exam to a two part one, with Part 1 now having a much greater basic
science content. The New Edition should consolidate the book's position as the dominant
teaxt for Part 1 of the FRCA. It is also highly suitable for exams such as the Diploma
of Anaesthesiology of the European Academy of Aneaesthesiology.
844 pages
Medical Physiology: Principles for Clinical Medicine
Medical Physiology presents the physiological concepts essential to clinical medicine.
Each chapter provides conceptual diagrams to facilitate comprehension of difficult
concepts, and presents both normal and abnormal clinical conditions to illustrate
how physiology serves as an important basis for diagnosis and treatment.
Hallmark pedagogical features emphasize problem-solving skills and promote review
and retention: Clinical Focus and From Bench to Bedside boxes, a comprehensive
glossary, and online USMLE-style review questions with answers and
explanations. Companion web site offers additional resources for students (question
bank, animations, searchable text) and faculty (image and test banks, PowerPoint slides
for use in class).
851 pages
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Building Brains: An Introduction to Neural Development
The development of a brain from its simple beginnings in the embryo to the
extraordinarily complex fully-functional adult structure is a truly remarkable
process. Understanding how it occurs remains a formidable challenge despite
enormous advances over the last century and current intense world-wide scientific
research. A greater knowledge of how nervous systems construct themselves will bring
huge benefits for human health and future technologies. Unravelling the mechanisms
that lead to the development of healthy brains should help scientists tackle
currently incurable diseases of the nervous system such as autism, epilepsy
and schizophrenia (to name but a few), discover more about the processes that cause
the uncontrolled growth associated with cancer and develop possible treatments.
348 Pages
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Structural Bodywork: An introduction for students
and practitioners
Structural Bodywork has been written to provide an advanced introduction to the field
of structural bodywork. Structural Bodywork focuses on issues of posture and structure
and the functional limitations that arise from them. The text builds on the theories of Ida
Rolf (Rolfing) and Feldenkrais and reviews them in the broader context of massage
therapy and other complementary therapies based on a wide variety of bodywork
techniques including chiropractic. The book is divided into three main parts: • Part 1 looks
at the background of structural bodywork, how it has developed and how it is
understood today. • Part 2 looks at the theory of structural bodywork in more depth
and relates it to human anatomy and clinical presentations. It draws together various
strands of theory and practice that have not been considered together before, but that are
all related to structural bodywork practice. • Part 3, a major part of the book, provides
a practical guide to structural bodywork techniques. This section is highly
illustrated throughout with photographs and line drawings.
256 pages
Textbook of Drug Design and Discovery, Fourth Edition
The molecular biological revolution and the mapping of the human genome continue
to provide new challenges and opportunities for drug research and design. Future
medicinal chemists and drug designers must have a firm background in a
number ofrelatedscientificdisciplines in order to understand the conversion of new insight
into lead structures and subsequently into drug candidates. Classroom tested and
student approved, Textbook of Drug Design and Discovery, Fourth Edition describes
the manner in which medicinal chemists utilize the various fields upon which they draw
and the specific strategies they employ to advance promising molecules into clinical use
for the treatment of disease.
476 pages
Cesarean Delivery
This book provides broad, science-based information regarding the most common
major surgical procedure performed, i.e. Cesarean Delivery. The book provides
relevant scientific literature regarding epidemiology and rates of cesarean delivery in low
and high income countries and the impact of the disparities in the rate of cesarean
delivery between countries.
210 pages
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Atlas of Diabetes
This handbook is an invaluable resource for improving the management of diabetes.
Chapters cover the fundamentals, including epidemiology, history and physical
examination, and functional evaluations. Diabetes in children, adolescents, adults,
and geriatrics are addressed. Differential diagnosis is emphasized, and evidencebased guidelines and patient-specific considerations aid the reader with injury evaluation
and care. Notably, the book highlights the importance of understanding diabetic
symptoms when determining the source of illnesses. In addition, the text presents
the spectrum of treatment options for diabetes. The book is complete with appendices
that explain the evidence-based approach used throughout and the science
behind therapeutic modalities.
432 pages
Illustrated Medical Dictionary
This dictionary gives comprehensive coverage of anatomical terms, disorders,
tests, treatments and drugs and contains extensive cross referencing for fast access
to related topics.
608 pages
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Hypertension: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease,
2nd edition
Effectively manage the chronic problems of your hypertensive patients with the
practical clinical tools inside Hypertension, 2nd Edition: A Companion to Braunwald's
Heart Disease. This respected cardiology reference covers everything you need to know
- from epidemiology and pathophysiology through diagnosis, risk stratification,
treatment, outcome studies, concomitant diseases, special populations and special
situations, and future treatments.
488 pages
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DENTAL ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND OCCULSION (7th Edition)
One of the major goals of previous editions has been to provide details about the morphology of human
teeth that are relevant to the practice of dentistry. The importance of specific anatomical features of a
particular tooth to the diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases has received very little attention in
dental research and hypotheses regarding such associations go untested and remain to be verified
by appropriate research. Past assumptions about the relationship between contours and periodontal
health continue to be reflected clinically in restored contours that have very little relationship to function
or aesthetics. Additional coverage of this subject has been provided in this edition. Relationships
between developmental grooves. occlusal relations, pulp chamber and root canal morphology. and
the development of cracked teeth and pain (cracked tooth syndrome) remain virtually unresearched. How
then does the clinician prevent cusp fracture or approach the restoration of a tooth (e.g.. the distolingual cusp
of the mandibular first molar) with silver (amalgam)? Part of the answer must relate to the anatomy
of developmental grooves, ocClusal relations. facets of wear, and bruxism. Potential lines of fracture
in developmental grooves have been included in tl1'is edition. Of particular interest in this edition are the
recent approaches to data concerning standards of human tooth formation and dental age assessment.
These kinds of data have relevance to some clinical problems. as well as to other fields. Although the
dentition may be the single best indicator of chronological age in juveniles. There are important gaps in
available sources of tooth formation chronologies.
Encyclopedia of Cancer: A Guide to Cancer and its Treatments
This e-book is a unique and invaluable source of information for anyone touched by cancer. This collection
of over 450 entries provides in-depth coverage of specific cancer types, diagnostic procedures,
treatments, cancer side effects, and cancer drugs. In addition, entries have been included to
facilitate understanding of common cancer-related concepts, such as cancer biology, carcinogenesis, and
cancer genetics, as well as cancer issues such as clinical trials, home health care, fertility issues, and
cancer prevention. This encyclopedia minimizes medical jargon and uses language that laypersons
can understand, while still providing thorough coverage that will benefit health science students as well.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer contains over 200 full-color illustrations, photos and tables. Eleven
illustrations of various body systems can be found in the front matter of the book, and these can help the
reader to understand which cancers may affect which organs, and how the various systems interact.
This e-book contains 1451 printable pages.
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Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition
Keeping up to date on the concepts and interrelationships between nutrient needs, dietary intake and
health outcomes is essential. This edition of the Encyclopedia of Human Nutrition hopes to address these
needs. This e-book contains four volumes and 2167 printable pages contributed by hundreds of experts
in nutrition. The material in the Encyclopedia is arranged as a series of entries in alphabetical order. Most
entries consist of several articles that deal with various aspects of a topic and are arranged in a logical
sequence within an entry.
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Encyclopedia of Modern Optics
The purpose of this Encyclopedia is to provide a resource for introducing optical fundamentals and
technologies to the general technical audience for whom optics is a key capability in exploring their field
of interest. Some 25 internationally recognized scientists and engineers served as editors. They helped
in selecting the topical coverage and choosing the over 260 authors who prepared the individual articles.
The authors form an international group who are expert in their discipline and come from every part of
the technological community spanning academia, government and industry. The editors and authors of
this Encyclopedia hope that the reader finds in these pages the information needed to provide guidance
in exploring and utilizing optics.
This e-book contains very-much content-oriented 2285 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Surgery
This Encyclopedia of Surgery is a Guide for Patients and Caregivers and is a unique and invaluable source
of information for anyone who is considering undergoing a surgical procedure, or has a loved one in
that situation. This collection of 465 entries provides in-depth coverage of specific surgeries, diagnostic
tests, drugs, and other related entries. The book gives detailed information on 265 surgeries; most include
step-by-step illustrations to enhance the reader’s understanding of the procedure itself. This
encyclopedia minimizes medical jargon and uses language that laypersons can understand, while still
providing detailed coverage that will benefit health science students. This Encyclopedia contains over 230
full-color illustrations, photos, and tables. This includes over 160 step-by-step illustrations of surgeries.
These illustrations were specially created for this product to enhance a layperson’s understanding of
surgical procedures. This e-book contains 569 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Trauma and Traumatic Stress Disorders
The Encyclopedia of Trauma and Traumatic Stress Disorders is a compilation of trauma and stress
related terminology in the field of traumatic stress. Terms such as terrorism, 9/11, and fear became
everyday topics of discussion as bombings continued around the world from Madrid to London to India. With
so many undefined words now leading major discussions, a need arose to define trauma and stressrelated concepts in one volume—hence The Encyclopedia of Trauma and Traumatic Stress Disorders. The
entries in this encyclopedia address all areas of extreme stress and trauma and innovative
treatment approaches, as well as everyday definitions in a clear, non-technical language. This reference
book can be a guide to a better understanding of the many medical and psychological effects trauma has
on individuals and that traumatic experiences are not just labeled and put aside, but rather folded into
the information in this book.
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Pocket Atlas of Human Anatomy: Based on the
International Nomenclature
This globally recognized pocket atlas can be used as a comprehensive illustrated dictionary of
anatomical structures with standardized Latin and English terminology. At the same time it is an excellent
atlas of anatomy in its own right, with illustrations by a prize-winning medical artist. Packed with timesaving, succinct information, it is a must for all students and practitioners of the medical sciences. This
new edition contains the most recent update of the "Nomina anatomica" by the Committee on
International Nomenclature.
Encyclopedia of Women’s Reproductive Cancer
The Encyclopedia of Women’s Reproductive Cancer is designed to answer the questions about
reproductive cancer, and includes the most up-to-date information on cancers of the ovary, vagina, vulva,
and uterus that may affect a woman during her lifetime. It has been designed as a guide and reference to a
wide range of subjects important to the understanding of a woman’s reproductive health.
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Encyclopedia of Sleep and Sleep Disorders
According to the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research of the National Institutes of Health, 70
million American adults suffer from some kind of sleep disorder. Disorders such as sleep apnea have been
linked to an increased likelihood of stroke, hypertension, or heart failure. It is now documented that
sleep deprivation can facilitate mistakes or incidents at work; mood swings; an increased chance of obesity;
and, drowsy driving, a serious condition often associated with traffic accidents and fatalities. In recent years
the number of sleep disorder practitioners has grown substantially, and researchers have made breakthroughs
in understanding sleep, why it's crucial to general health and what disrupts it.” The Encyclopedia of Sleep
and Sleep Disorders, Third Edition" examines the key terms, conditions, remedies, long-term
health consequences, and advances that have been made in sleep health, sleep research, and sleep
disorder diagnosis and treatment. Topics covered in this title include: Accidents; Biological clock; Diet and
sleep; Elderly and sleep; Infant sleep; Melatonin; Narcolepsy; Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome; Restless
leg syndrome; Surgery and sleep disorders; and, more.
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Encyclopedia of Women's Health
Women's health is a multifaceted subject, and the up-to-date reference book requires considerable
social awareness in addition to wide-ranging clinical knowledge. The Encyclopedia of Women's Health meets
this challenge by bringing together an impressive array of experts on topics from reproductive issues
to gastrointestinal illnesses. This skilfully edited volume, informed by current health issues and healthcare realities, offers readers practical information, historical aspects, and future directions, all
meticulously researched and conveniently presented.
Encyclopedia Of Children's Health: Infancy
Through Adolescence – 4 Volumes Set
The Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health, with articles by medical writers and health-care professionals and
an editorial board of pediatricians with academic affiliations, has more than 600 alphabetically arranged,
signed entries, ranging in length from 500 to 4,000 words. Half of the entries cover topics affecting children
from conception through age 4, and the rest discuss topics affecting children from 5 to 18 years of age.
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Pocket Atlas of Human Anatomy
Professor Feneis designed the anatomic picture dictionary as a reference book that provides illustrated
short descriptions of anatomic terms in accordance with the valid international nomenclature. The brief
and clearly written text segments were set opposite concise figures of equal educational value—a graphic
task that Professor Spitzer managed to solve brilliantly.
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The Human Body: An Introductin to Structure and Function
This exceptional resource offers a broad review of the structure and function of the human body. Each chapter
is dedicated to a particular organ system, providing medical and allied health students and professionals
with quick and comprehensive coverage of anatomy and physiology.
Features:
- All concepts are reinforced by detailed overviews at the beginning of each chapter, and summaries at the end
- In-depth information on cell-biology, genetics, and human evolution provides a conceptual framework
for understanding the human body
- Detailed text complements 271 full-color illustrations to help readers visualize and grasp complex subjects
- Key sections on how antioxidants and active substances in plants affect the digestive system
First year medical students and allied health professionals will benefit from the text’s extensive scope and
clear presentation. Knowledge of the human body’s structures and functions is essential for every level
of practice, and this indispensable guide is a definitive encyclopedia on the subject. –
Disordered Mind and Brain
It is about neural basis of mental symptoms. This book presents an examination of the evidence regarding
the neural mechanisms of the seven major clusters of psychiatric symptoms, and then examines the way
in which mental symptoms occur within several representative diseases, each characterised by a
particular profile of symptoms and time course. This book draws together many of the strands of evidence
that have been teased out by the techniques of modern neuroscience, with the purpose of assembling
a conceptual framework for understanding the mechanisms by which mental symptoms are generated.
Rather than starting with the disease entities defined by Kraepelin and his successors, we shall focus first
on symptoms.
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Illustrated Guide to the Human body: Cells and Genetics
This book is a concise, illustrated guide to the anatomy, physiology, well-being, and disorders of human
cells, chromosomes, and genes. It has been written and illustrated specially for students and
laypeople interested in cell biology, medicine, health, and hygiene. The subject is dealt with in clear steps,
so that the reader can steadily acquire a good overall understanding. Explanatory texts, diagrams,
illustrations, captions, and fact boxes are combined to help readers grasp important information at a glance.
A glossary of scientific and jargon words defines medical terms in everyday language. A list of Web
sites provides links to other relevant sources of information, and the index enables quick access to articles.
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Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol and Addictive Behaviour
This Encyclopedia of Drugs and Alcohol is an amazing compendium of information on the effects of addictions
at every level, and a team of experts put together an intelligently organized, complete survey of drug
and alcohol addictions, and includes new and updated articles that address the exciting frontiers that
have opened up in the field of addiction studies. New brain imaging techniques, an explosion of
information about the human genome and its relevance to health, excellent efforts at data collection to
define the scope and nature of the problem of addictions, and carefully designed studies aimed at uncovering
the statistical relevance of various prevention, diagnosis, and treatment programs are all illuminating
and igniting the process of understanding addictions. This e book contains 1919 printable pages.
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Diabetes Cookbook for Dummies, 3rd Edition
Want to create healthy meals that are diabetic friendly? This revised and updated third edition of
Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies shows you how easy it can be to manage diabetes through diet, including
the latest information on diabetes testing, monitoring, and maintenance, as well as delicious new recipes
and nutritional information. This edition also includes a new section that focuses on vegetarian dishes and a
new chapter on encouraging a Type 1 diabetic child to eat properly.
Features changes in fat, carbohydrate and protein recommendations that parallel the recommendations
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of the American Diabetes Association regarding meal plans
Includes new ideas about restaurant eating, including new menu items at fast food locations as well
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as revised tips on food shopping and setting up the diabetic kitchen
Offers 100+ new and revised diabetic recipes
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Complete with ways to involve children in meal planning and preparation, Diabetes Cookbook For Dummies
will help you improve your diet and your health!
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Fitness and Wellness, 8th Edition
This e-book delivers full-color, cutting-edge coverage of core concepts coupled with a wealth of
resources rivaling the most comprehensive texts. The succinct nine-chapter text offers balanced coverage
that concentrates on health-related physical fitness components with up-to-date insight on wellness. In
the Hoeger tradition, an integral theme of the text is motivation and behavior modification. The authors
teach you how to take control of your personal fitness, health, and lifestyle habits so you can make a
constant and deliberate effort to stay healthy–and realize your highest potential for good health. The text is
also integrated with CengageNOW™, powerful interactive learning tools that provide you with pre- and
post-tests, a personalized study plan, labs, the personal change planner, and more. Colorful, concise,
and cutting-edge, FITNESS AND WELLNESS equips you with the most up-to-date coverage and tools to
take charge of your health–without the expense of larger texts.
This e-book contains the following chapters:1.
Introduction to Fitness and Wellness
2.
Assessment of Physical Fitness
3.
Exercise Prescription
4.
Evaluating Fitness Activities
5.
nutrition for Fitness
6.
Weight Management
7.
Stress Management
8.
A Healthy Lifestyle Approach
9.
Relevant Fitness and Wellness Issues
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Hand-book of Obstetrics and Gynecology
This e-book contains two books viz: Hand-book of Obstetrics and Gynecology containing 931 printable
pages and another book, Gynecology Illustrated containing 436 printable pages totaling 1367 pages of this
e-book. While explaining the gynecological aspects and perspectives, these books include developments
in gynecological practice, including advances in medical treatment towards contribution of basic knowledge
and updated knowledge on this subject.
Health for Life: Cure Diabetes, Hypertension, More
The author writes: This book has been written for all those people who have been asking me for information
on how I accomplished curing my diseases so quickly. That statement kind of bothers me. I did not heal
myself. God gave me a body that was wondrously and fearfully made that was able to heal because I
followed the rules He originally set forth for healthy bodies. You can follow some simple steps I have tried to
set out here so that your body can heal according to the marvelous work God performed in making you. I
have written background information on pH balances, nutrition, oxygen, water, etc to give you the reasons
for what I did and why you should do something similar. I have included charts and tables in the back to
help also. I hope the information is written so it is easily understood and helps you. I have experienced
the affects firsthand and know it works.
THE WEIGHT LOSS MANUAL
Inside the pages of this book, we’ll give you all kinds of tips and tricks toward successful weight loss.
We’ll examine some common weight loss myths and even give you some great recipes to try while you are
on this journey.
This e-booklet contains 61 pages.
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Healing Powers of Honey
Did you know?...
Known as Mother Nature's "nectar of the gods," honey was praised for its healing powers as far
back as 5,000 years ago by Egyptians.
320 pages
Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Living
Carbohydrate restricted diets are commonly practiced but seldom taught. As a result,
doctors, dietitians, nutritionists, and nurses may have strong opinions about low carbohydrate
dieting, but in many if not most cases, these views are not grounded in science.
316 pages
Human Nervous System - Structure and Function 6th Edition
This sixth edition represents the combined efforts of three neuroscientists and a
medical illustrator to succinctly present the fundamental principles of the
organization, structure, and function of the human nervous system.
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An Introduction to Neural Networks falls into a new ecological niche for texts. Based on
notes that have been class-tested for more than a decade, it is aimed at cognitive science
and neuroscience students who need to understand brain function in terms of
computational modeling, and at engineers who want to go beyond formal algorithms
to applications and computing strategies. It is the only current text to approach
networks from a broad neuroscience and cognitive science perspective, with an emphasis
on the biology and psychology behind the assumptions of the models, as well as on what
the models might be used for. It describes the mathematical and computational tools
needed and provides an account of the author's own ideas.
Students learn how to teach arithmetic to a neural network and get a short course on
linear associative memory and adaptive maps. They are introduced to the author's
brain-state-in-a-box (BSB) model and are provided with some of the
neurobiological background necessary for a firm grasp of the general subject.
The field now known as neural networks has split in recent years into two major
groups, mirrored in the texts that are currently available: the engineers who are
primarily interested in practical applications of the new adaptive, parallel
computing technology, and the cognitive scientists and neuroscientists who are interested
in scientific applications. As the gap between these two groups widens, Anderson notes
that the academics have tended to drift off into irrelevant, often excessively abstract
research while the engineers have lost contact with the source of ideas in the
field. Neuroscience, he points out, provides a rich and valuable source of ideas about
data representation and setting up the data representation is the major part of
neural network programming. Both cognitive science and neuroscience give insights into
how this can be done effectively: cognitive science suggests what to compute
and neuroscience suggests how to compute it.
The Teen Brain (Gray Matter)
Scientists, educators, physicians, and even some parents thought they had a handle on
the teen brain. It was assumed that the adolescent brain was fully equipped with all
the machinery available to adults, and capable of functioning like an adult. Experts
assumed that the adolescent years provided a period of quot;seasoningquot; - lots of
trial, error, and yet more trials - in order to improve decision-making skills. However, as
any teen can attest, it's just not that simple. Thanks to new brain imaging
technology, scientists have discovered that the brain is going through a
virtual metamorphosis during adolescence. There is a burst of new growth, circuits are
being molded, and patterns of brain activity during decision-making are far from adultlike. quot;The Teen Brainquot; is a revealing look at the substantial new
discoveries associated with the development of the adolescent brain and their
consequences on teen behavior.
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The Midbrain (Gray Matter)
The terms forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain are descriptive labels for different parts of
the brain. These names provide anatomical, not functional, information about the
brain. However, if you take the time to get to know the midbrain, a fascinating and vital
part of the nervous system will be revealed. The chapters of this book will explore the
secrets of the midbrain from sensory and motor processing (Chapters 3, 4, and 5) to
complex behaviors such as defense (Chapter 6) and reward (Chapter 7).
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Brain Facts (Gray Matter)
This offering from the Gray Matter series homes in on a number of topics related to the
brain and how it functions. Topics presented in the 10 chapters include neurons, the
senses, the autonomic nervous system, sleep, and language. Vera-Portocarrero cannot
be accused of talking down to his audience. The terminology is more technical than in
most books written for young people, and many high-school students will find
themselves challenged by the difficult reading level and the dry writing style.
Still, researchers may find useful information here. Abundant endmatter concludes,
and colorful illustrations and diagrams help to elucidate the complicated material.
Spinal Cord (Gray Matter)
This is not a textbook, which one might assume given the author. It is of the sort you
would expect to find in the waiting room along with Winnie the Pooh. Given that, it seems
just fine. It is a first introduction to the subject about 3/8 of an inch thick, appropriate
for grammar school libraries. I ordered it thinking it was the latest thing on the spine,
which Saab could certainly produce. The description should read 'juvenile literature'.
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Nervous System (The Human Body, How It Works)
The nervous system allows us to move, feel, and think, and it is involved in nearly all of
the functions of the human body. Nerves communicate signals between the brain
and muscles, allowing us to move our hands and feet. Or, they relay messages about
the environment through touch, taste, sight, and smell. Nerves can also
communicate information about how we are feeling at any particular time and help
to maintain homeostasis, or a stable state of equilibrium. quot;The Nervous
Systemquot; discusses the development and organization of this diverse system,
its functions, and potential injuries and complications.
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Sleep And Dreaming (Gray Matter)
The first title covers normal processes, such as REM sleep, as well as developmental
disorders and other abnormalities, such as snoring, sleepwalking, and night terrors.
Different perspectives about the meaning of dreams are also included, ranging from
the theories of Freud and Jung to current research. Color photos, numerous sidebars, and
a variety of quotations from history and literature are included. Spinal Cord is one of the
few sources on this important topic for this audience. Subjects such as the role of the
central nervous system and the functioning of spinal reflexes are discussed, along
with abnormalities like pain and paralysis. The chapters in both books follow a uniform
format and are divided into many sections to aid comprehension. Keywords for
effectively searching the Internet are also supplied. Solid additions for report writing
and inquiry.
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Cells of the Nervous System (Gray Matter)
Learn the difference between the two main types of cells in the nervous system: neurons
and glial cells.
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Emotion and Stress (Gray Matter)
Emotion is a universal language understood by all cultures. It is an integral part of our
spoken and written language, our art, and our music. Various emotions enable us to
respond quickly and appropriately to our environment. And stress, in turn, is created
when environmental factors pose a potential threat to our safety. Our fast-paced
world requires that we cope with stress in a manner that will harness its energy and
minimize its potential to produce disease or distress. This book explains how
negative emotions are often generated by stressful situations, and explores how
both emotions and stress can have an impact on our health and well being.
This e-book contains 128 page
Speech And Language (Gray Matter)
This quot;Gray Matterquot; guide explores the ways we learn to speak and use language.
The author reveals how and why children are able to develop language skills
quickly, pinpoints the regions of the brain involved in coordinating speech and language,
and describes various disorders that can disrupt language development. quot;Speech
and Languagequot; covers sign language and second languages, in addition to
spoken language.
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Hindbrain (Gray Matter)
Learn about the section of the brain that oversees and regulates the function of the
nervous system as a whole.
Pain (Gray Matter)
Our bodies receive information about our internal state and the external environment
through our sensory system. Touch, thermal, and pain stimuli, for example, are processed
by this complex system. Specialized receptors detect stimuli and convert information into
a neural code interpreted as sensation. The interpretation can be affected by the
nervous system, as well as by surgery, medication, and the power of the mind. Pain
explores the workings of the somatosensory and pain systems, how disorders can affect
the way we process information, and how pain can be treated.
Worms and Human Disease
Student textbook, previously published as Worms and Disease: A Manual of
Medical Helminthology, c1975. Covers all human helminth infections and
emphasizes diagnosis, treatment, clinical manifestations, pathogenesis, epidemiology,
and control. For advanced students in parasitology, public health and clinical medicine in
the tropics. Softcover. DNLM: Helminthspathogenicity
ABC of Nutrition, 4th edition
This well established ABC has been updated with new charts, illustrations and guidelines
on aspects of nutrition which affect heart disease, blood pressure, chronic diseases such
as diabetes and some types of cancer. The book also contains the most current
nutritional recommendations for pregnancy and infant feeding as well as advice for
children and adults young and old. With chapters covering nutritional deficiencies in
both developing and affluent countries as well as eating disorders and obesity, this
latest edition has worldwide relevance.
Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and
Exotic Pets
Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets is a comprehensive yet
practical reference on small animal neonatology. Covering reproductive physiology of pregnancy
and parturition, normal neonatology, and neonatal disorders in dogs, cats, and small exotic
mammals, the book gives special emphasis to fetal well-being, parturition, normal
physical parameters, behavior, common disorders and defects, emergency care, and
orphan management. Information on nutritional and environmental considerations for both the
dam and offspring is included, as well as guidance on offering advice to breeders providing
neonatal care at home.
336 pages
Canine Nutrition: Choosing the Best Food for Your Breed
Today's dog food industry is producing hundreds of dog food formulas for the market. This
industry has also tested many different breeds of dogs for their nutritional requirements
205 pages
Encyclopedia of Clinical Pharmacy
This reference presents the latest procedures, practice guidelines, consensus
documents, technological strategies, and regulatory standards for optimal
pharmaceutical care--offering summaries for practical applications in a variety of
clinical settings, including community and health-system pharmacies, clinics, hospice
and long-term care facilities, government agencies, and pharmaceutical research
and development organizations.
Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, 2nd Edition
Do you work magic with herbs? Do you use them in spells, for talismans or simply use
their innate powers? If you don't have Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs, you
need to get it right away. This book has become a classic in its field. Paul Beyerl, a
respected author on herbs calls it "…an essential reference book by students of herbalism
and magick alike … Scott's personable charm touches every page… I highly recommend
this book." And Jeanne Rose, famous author of books on herbs and developer of an
herbal course says "I love books like this … It is accessible, easy to read, and with
its encompassing index (all too often neglected), simple to use as well." Over 200,000
people already have this book and use it frequently.
Textbook of Surgery
The textbook of surgery is intended to both medical students and surgical trainees. The
book aims to provide an understanding of surgical principles, with a few surgical
conditions and basic surgical procedures, including addressing the impact of scientific
and technological advancement to the surgical practice.
As with other surgical texts, the opening chapters address "station-based" surgical care,
from the elementary anesthetics, nutrition, and postoperative care. The following
chapters consist largely of general surgery specialty, but unlike some other surgical
texts, given the attention to important topics in otolaryngology, orthopedics,
neurosurgery and cardiothoracics.
The structure divides subjects by surgical specialty, a subdivision of each chapter
of pathology, which allows for easy navigation. Each condition is broadly described in terms
of clinical symptoms, etiology, diagnosis and management, but without the reader
feeling bogged down in too much detail. Comparing this book Lecture Notes on Surgery is
the main difference is that the textbook of surgery much more detail about surgical
treatment which both descriptions and photos (pictures are everywhere in use) of a
specific surgical procedures and techniques that will probably Referring to a lecture
surgically-oriented students feeling left open Notes.
The conclusion is that the textbook of surgery with a comprehensive description of
the surgical specialties, both well written and well illustrated. The additional surgical
detail there is something special and I would recommend it.
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CARDIAC TRANSPLANTATION
Cardiac transplantation has evolved dramatically since its first human application in
1967. Since that time, as the chapters of this text collectively attest, significant progress
in the areas of immunosuppression and surgical techniques have impacted substantially
on posttransplant outcomes, so much so that transplantation is now considered to be
the standard therapy for end-stage heart disease. Cardiac transplantation at
Columbia–Presbyterian began in 1977. Since that time, the program has grown
extensively and, as of January 2004, completed its 1542nd transplant.
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Anesthesia Fact Book: Everything You Need to Know Before Surgery
Despite the obvious fact that an anesthetic is an essential part of any operation, you are
likely to meet only briefly with the anesthesiologist before surgery. Without more time to
talk about your concerns, you are still open questions: How will you know I'm asleep? Is
it possible to wake up during surgery? How do you monitor me during my surgery? What
are the potential complications I should know?
Written by a board-certified, experienced anesthesiologists, anesthesia Fact Book provides
a sense of control back in your hands and make you a more informed and confident
patient. Have to process the answers to frequently asked questions about the anesthesia,
it contains important information about:
# How anesthesia works and how it differs from the dusk, spinal or epidural anesthesia
# The credentials you should look in your anesthesiologist
# The most important questions you should be sure to ask before surgery
# The heart and respiratory monitors used during most operations
Supplied # The risks associated with anesthesia in a doctor's office
Chemistry: An Introduction for Medical and Health Sciences
Chemistry: An Introduction for Medical and Health Sciences provides students
and practitioners with a clear, readable introduction to the chemical terms and concepts
that are relevant to their study and practice. Assuming little prior knowledge of the
subject the book describes and explains the chemistry underlying many of the
most commonly prescribed drugs and medicines. It also includes information on
chemical aspects of digestion and nutrition, oxidation, radioactivity and an overview of
how chemicals fight disease.
Excellent pedagogy including learning objectives, diagnostic tests and questions in
each chapter and a comprehensive glossary
Experienced author team with many years experience of teaching chemistry to non-chemists
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An Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry
This illustrated text provides undergraduate and postgraduate students with an
accessible introduction to medicinal chemistry. It covers basic principles and background,
and then describes the general tactics and strategies employed in developing an
effective drug. Through the use of numerous examples, it highlights both the difficulties
faced by the medicinal chemist and the great power and potential of rational drug
design. This book is suitable for undergraduates on courses in chemistry (2nd and 3rd
year) and medicinal chemistry (1st and 2nd year), and postgraduate chemists beginning
work in pharmaceutical research.
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Complete Family Health Guide
Essential medical reference that's a must for every home. Published in association with
the BMA, it includes comprehensive coverage of every important aspect of health
and medicine, as well as user-friendly charts for at-a-glance information and easy
reference. Also lists the best medical websites for further information and advice.
Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements, Second Edition
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Funneling basic chemical, preclinical, and clinical data into a descriptive form useful to
health care professionals, researchers, and educated, health-conscious
consumers, Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements presents peer-reviewed, objective
entries that rigorously examine the most significant scientific research. It presents
evidence-based information on the major vitamin and mineral micronutrients, single
herbs and botanicals, phytochemicals, and other bioactive preparations. Containing
nearly 100 entries contributed by renowned subject-specific experts, the book serves as
a scientific checkpoint for the many OTC supplements carried in today's nutritional
products marketplace.
Situated as a scientific checkpoint for the many over-the-counter supplements carried
in today's nutritional products marketplace, this definitive Encyclopedia of
Dietary Supplements presents peer-reviewed, objective entries that rigorously review
the most significant scientific research-funneling basic chemical, preclinical, and clinical
data into a descriptive form universally useful to health care professionals, researchers,
and educated, health-conscious consumers.
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Introduction to Neuropsychology, 2nd Edition
Now in a substantially revised second edition, this outstanding text gives students a
solid grounding in clinical and experimental neuropsychology. The author is a
leading authority whose engaging writing style and thorough yet concise coverage of
brain localization, anatomy, and their links to cognitive function make the book ideal
for undergraduate or graduate use. Reflecting over two decades of major advances in
the field--including developments in basic science, assessment, rehabilitation, and
clinical research--the text features a significant new section on neuroimaging and a
new chapter on degenerative diseases and profound brain injury. It is illustrated with
more than 60 figures, including six color plates.
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Mind Wide Open: Your Brain and the Neuroscience of
Everyday Life
Given the opportunity to watch the inner workings of his own brain, Steven Johnson jumps
at the chance. He reveals the results in Mind Wide Open, an engaging and personal
account of his foray into edgy brain science. In the 21st century, Johnson observes, we
have become used to ideas; without really recognizing that complex neurobiology has
become a commonplace thing to talk about. He sees recent laboratory revelations about
the brain as crucial for understanding ourselves and our psyches in new, post-Freudian
ways. Readers shy about slapping electrodes on their own temples can get a
vicarious scientific thrill as Johnson tries out empathy tests, neuro feedback, and fMRI
scans. The results paint a distinct picture of the author, and uncover general brain secrets
at the same time. Memory, fear, love, alertness all the multitude of states housed in
our brains are shown to be the results of chemical and electrical interactions constantly
fed and changed by input from our senses. Mind Wide Open both satisfies curiosity
and provokes more questions, leaving readers wondering about their own gray
matter. Therese Littleton This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
From Publishers Weekly
It's the rare popular science book that not only gives the reader a gee-whiz glimpse at
an emerging field, but also offers a guide for incorporating its new insights into one's
own worldview. Johnson, the former editor of the Webzine Feed and author of the
acclaimed Emergence (2001), does just that in his fascinating, engagingly written
new survey. Applying what he calls quot;the `long-decay' testquot; to gauge
the information's enduring relevance, he chooses a handful of current neuroscience
concepts with the potential to transform our thinking about emotions, memories
and consciousness. In a charming device, the writer subjects himself to the latest
in neurological testing techniques, from biofeedback to the latest forms of MRI, and
shares the insight he gains into the moment-by-moment workings of his own brain, from
the adrenaline spike he gets from making jokes to his intense focus when
composing sentences. The structure is fluid almost to a fault, as Johnson
illustrates, elaborates on and returns to his view of the brain as a modular,
associative network, quot;more like an orchestra than a soloist.quot; He introduces
the amygdala, for example, as a small region in the brain implicated in our ongoing,
nearly automatic interpretation of the emotional states of others (called quot;
mind readingquot;), a function impaired in autistic individuals. But the amygdala, the
brain's source of quot;gut feelings,quot; returns in the following chapter as important
in encoding fearful memories, a connection that helps explain why fearful or
traumatic memories are so much more tenacious and detailed than emotionally neutral
ones. Always considerate of his audience, Johnson weaves disparate strands of brain
research and theory smoothly into the narrative (only a concluding section on Freud's
modern legacy feels like a tangent), which leaves readers' minds more open than they were.
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Evolution of Organ Systems
Systematics has developed rapidly during the past two decades. A multitude of new
methods and contributions from a diversity of biological fields including molecular
genetics and developmental biology have provided a wealth of phylogenetic
hypotheses, some confirming traditional views others contradicting them. Despite
such inconsistencies, it is now possible to recognize robust regions of a 'tree of life' and
also to identify problematic areas which have yet to be resolved. This is the first book
to apply the current state of phylogeny to an evolutionary interpretation of animal
organ systems and body architecture, providing alternative theories in those cases
of continuing controversy. Organs do not appear suddenly during evolution; instead they
are composed of far simpler structures. In some cases it is even possible to trace
particular molecules or physiological pathways as far back as pre-animal history.
What emerges is a fascinating picture, showing how animals have combined ancestral
and new elements in novel ways to form constantly changing responses to
environmental requirements. The Evolution of Organ Systems starts with a general
overview of current animal phylogeny, followed by review of general body
organization including symmetry, anteroposterior axis, dorsoventral axis, germ
layers, segmentation, and skeletons. Subsequent chapters then provide a detailed
description of the individual organ systems themselves - integument, musculature,
nervous system, sensory organs, body cavities, excretory system, circulatory
system, respiratory system, intestinal system, gonads and gametes. Generously
illustrated throughout, this accessible text is suitable for both upper level undergraduate
and graduate students taking courses in animal evolution, organogenesis, animal
anatomy, zoology and systematics. It will also be a valuable reference tool for
those professional researchers in these fields requiring an authoritative, balanced and upto-date overview of the topic.
A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology (4th edition) Book
The best-selling pathology textbook for massage therapy is now in its Fourth Edition.
The book presents detailed information on the etiology, signs and symptoms, and
treatment of over 200 diseases and conditions, emphasizing how massage influences
the disease and healing processes and how therapists can maximize the benefits
while minimizing the risks.This edition includes Modality Recommendation Charts
offering specific advice about modalities to pursue or avoid in various circumstances.
The book has been reorganized to include an introductory chapter on fundamental
concepts and a concluding chapter on cancer. New topics covered include myeloma, sickle
cell disease, and autism spectrum disorders.
Your Brain: The Missing Manual
Puzzles and brain twisters to keep your mind sharp and your memory intact are all the
rage today. More and more people Baby Boomers and information workers in particular
are becoming concerned about their gray matter's ability to function, and with good
reason. As this sensible and entertaining guide points out, your brain is easily your
most important possession. It deserves proper upkeep.
Your Brain: The Missing Manual is a practical look at how to get the most out of your
brain not just how the brain works, but how you can use it more effectively. What makes
this book different than the average self-help guide is that it's grounded in
current neuroscience. You get a quick tour of several aspects of the brain, complete
with useful advice about:
Brain Food: The right fuel for the brain and how the brain commands hunger (including
an explanation of the different chemicals that control appetite and cravings)
Sleep: The sleep cycle and circadian rhythm, and how to get a good night's sleep (or do
the best you can without it)
Memory: Techniques for improving your recall
Reason: Learning to defeat common sense; logical fallacies (including tactics for
winning arguments); and good reasons for bad prejudices
Creativity and Problem-Solving: Brainstorming tips and thinking not outside the box,
but about the box in other words, find the assumptions that limit your ideas so you can
break through them
Understanding Other People's Brains: The battle of the sexes and babies developing brains
Learn about the built-in circuitry that makes office politics seem like a life-or-death
struggle, causes you to toss important facts out of your memory if they're not
emotionally charged, and encourages you to eat huge amounts of high-calorie snacks.
With Your Brain: The Missing Manual you'll discover that, sometimes, you can learn
to compensate for your brain or work around its limitations or at least to accept
its eccentricities.
Exploring your brain is the greatest adventure and biggest mystery you'll ever face.
This guide has exactly the advice you need.
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Computer, Mobile, Internet and
Software guides
Exploring Adobe Photoshop CS5
Now fully updated to the new release of Adobe's Creative Suite, Exploring Adobe
Photoshop CS5 shows how to use a great software tool to create dynamic design. Written
by an author who is an experienced designer as well as computer graphics
instructor, Exploring Adobe Photoshop CS5 is a designer-driven resource that examines
the tools and features of Adobe Photoshop while showing how to maximize the potential
of desktop digital imaging for graphics, illustration, composition, and special effects.
328 pages
Networking For Dummies, 8th Edition
Networking for Dummies upholds the series' proletarian tradition by entertainingly explaining
local area networks (LAN) to the rest of us. Written with three different--but equally "clueless
in technical matters;quot;--audiences in mind, Lowe's book appeals to novice network users,
novice network builder/administrators, and the managers who must finance the activities of the
other two groups.
412 PAGES
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C For Dummies (2nd edition)
Find out how to tell your computer what to do
Design and develop programs, compile and link code, fix problems, and more
Come "C" what all the excitement’s about! C programs are fast, concise, and versatile, and you’ll
be writing them in no time. This friendly book unlocks the mysteries of coding, compiling,
adding comments, and using keywords, I/O, variables, integers, and all the rest. You’ll write your
first C program before you finish Chapter 1!
408 pages
HTML5 For Dummies Quick Reference
Essential information about using HTML5: everything you need at your fingertips
HTML is the predominant programming language used to create Web pages.?HTML5 has enhanced
rich media, geolocation, database and mobile capabilities, and is now able to script APIs, making it
a must-have for Web developers.?This convenient reference, comb-bound to lie flat, makes it easy
to find the information you need in a hurry so you can get those terrific Web pages designed
and online right now.
HTML is used extensively in creating Web pages, especially for mobile browsers; HTML5 offers
exciting enhancements that Web developers are eager to master
Features a handy format that provides essential information in a quick and simple manner, with
easy-to-follow instructions, smaller size, and convenient, lay-flat binding
Covers using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript The basic information you need to develop eyepopping Web sites with HTML5 are easy to find in HTML5 For Dummies Quick Reference
432 pages
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Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies (3 edition)
One of the most popular beginning programming books, now fully updated
Java is a popular language for beginning programmers, and earlier editions of this fun and
friendly guide have helped thousands get started. Now fully revised to cover recent updates for
Java 7.0, Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 3rd Edition is certain to put more firsttime programmers and Java beginners on the road to Java mastery.
Explores what goes into creating a program, putting the pieces together, dealing with
standard programming challenges, debugging, and making the program work
Offers new options for tools and techniques used in Java development
Provides valuable information and examples for the would-be programmer with no Java experience
All examples are updated to reflect the latest changes in Java 7.0
Beginning Programming with Java For Dummies, 3rd Edition offers an easy-to-understand
introduction to programming through the popular, versatile Java 7.0 language.
456 pages
Blogging For Dummies, 4th Edition
This proven bestseller is fully updated and better than ever!
Now in its fourth edition, Blogging For Dummies is fully updated and more practical than ever
for today's bloggers. Whether you're just beginning or are already a full-tilt blogging maven, you'll
find the up-to-date information you need in these friendly pages. Want to integrate your blog
with social media? Jump into the fast-moving world of microblogging on Twitter or Tumblr?
Choose which blogging software to use? Optimize your current blog for search? This detailed
book guide covers it all, and then some. Buy the book, build a better blog, and blog about it!
408 pages
Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies
Here's programming made easy (and fun!) with this guide to the popular C++ language
So you're dreaming of the exciting life of a programmer? You can make it happen with this book!
Even if you barely know what programming is, you can learn to "speak" the C++ language, install
and use the compiler, work with loops, understand objects and classes, get rid of bugs, and write
real programs that work. It's all in these pages!
456 pages
Facebook For Dummies (2nd edition)
Learn to:
Create a Profile, navigate the site, and use privacy features
Find friends and Groups
Add applications and upload photos to your Facebook page
Build a fan page or get the word out about an event
Facebook secrets revealed! Keep up with friends, family, classmates, and business contacts
Is everybody on Facebook except you? Change that with this friendly guide. These Facebook
experts show you how to set up your Profile, protect your privacy, find friends and family
members, learn what's happening in their lives, and keep them up to date on yours. You can
even improve your business life with Facebook �� here's how!
360 pages
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Joomla! For Dummies
With its pre-coded modules, open source Joomla! is popular for building interactive Web
sites without writing code. This Web site design tool lets you build sites with
discussions, polling, RSS feeds, picture submissions, shopping carts, and a lot more,
quickly and easily and the quickest, easiest way to learn how to use it is Joomla!
For Dummies.
360 pages
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Mobile Development For Dummies
Learn to build and optimize attractive, functional web sites for smartphones
Today, mobile devices outnumber desktop and laptop computers three to one. Skill
in developing web sites that work on mobile devices is in demand, and this friendly, stepby-step guide shows how to build and optimize sites using HTML5 and other standard
web development tools. Building web sites that work for all types of smartphones and
tablets, including iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and BlackBerry devices is a skill much
in demand as mobile devices outpace both desktop and laptop computers, and this book
gets you started.
Guides you through creating and optimizing mobile sites with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Covers HTML5, WebKit extensions, platform variations, accommodating different
browsers, security issues, and making mobile sites richer with Flash, graphics, and video
Includes code for differences in mobile app design and navigation, including touch devices
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Mobile Web Development For Dummies makes it easy to
start developing great sites for mobile devices.
432 pages
PCs For Dummies
This book will help you when you've gotten the machine into your home and you need
to know what to do next. Starting with the process of unpacking the box and plugging in
all the cables, this book shows you what to do with your new machine.
408 pages
Microsoft Excel 2010: Illustrated Complete
Loved by instructors for its visual and flexible way to build computer skills, the Illustrated Series
is ideal for teaching MICROSOFT OFFICE EXCEL 2010 to both computer rookies and hotshots.
Each two-page spread focuses on a single skill, making information easy to follow and absorb.
Large, full-color illustrations represent how the students' screen should look. Concise text
introduces the basic principles of the lesson and integrates a case study for further application
520 pages
Team Collaboration: Using Microsoft Office for More
Effective Teamwork
Set the stage for more effective collaboration in your organization using Microsoft Office.
Whether coordinating a cross-team project or leading your workgroup, you��ll discover how
to combine your skills with Office programs with best practices for enabling your teams best work.
335 pages
iPhone Secrets
A top tech blogger takes you behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the iPhone
The world��s love of the iPhone only continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Darren
Murph, managing editor of Engadget and a Guinness World Record holder as the most prolific
blogger, explores every amazing capability of the iPhone and shows you how to take full advantage
of this remarkable mini-computer. He reveals secret shortcuts, best ways to boost your
productivity, how to take advantage of iMessage and push notifications, international iPhone
travel tips, how to maximize AirPlay, and so much more.
312 pages
Windows 8 for Dummies Dell Pocket Edition
The bestselling tech book of all time, now updated for Windows 8
Windows is the operating system that runs nearly 90 percent of the world's computers. Windows 8
will offer new interface updates, cloud-based services, and much more. This update of
Andy Rathbone's bestselling Windows guide covers all the basics, plus the enhancements unique
to Windows 8. Whether you're meeting Windows for the first time or upgrading from an
earlier version, this book shows you how to navigate the interface, work with files, browse
the Internet, set up e-mail, manage media, and more.
144 pages
Microsoft Excel 2010: Illustrated Complete
Loved by instructors for its visual and flexible way to build computer skills, the
Illustrated Series is ideal for teaching MICROSOFT OFFICE EXCEL 2010 to both
computer rookies and hotshots. Each two-page spread focuses on a single skill,
making information easy to follow and absorb. Large, full-color illustrations represent how
the students' screen should look. Concise text introduces the basic principles of the
lesson and integrates a case study for further application.
520 pages
Definitive Guide to Google AdWords: Create Versatile
and Powerful Marketing and Advertising Campaigns
There is one simple way to exponentially increase the amount of traffic coming to your website
and the number of people aware of your product or service: through the use of Google AdWords
and related marketing technologies. The Definitive Guide to Google AdWords will walk you
through every step needed to maximize your marketing and advertising power.
388 pages
iCloud: Visual QuickStart Guide
Learn how to use Apple's iCloud service to share your content across all your Apple devices.
This indispensable guide to Apple's iCloud service walks readers how to share their iTunes
songs, photos, books, apps, files, email, contacts, and calendars across their PC, Mac, and
iOS devices. Readers will learn how to create documents in iWork apps--Pages, Keynote,
and Numbers--and edit them on any device, with iCloud keeping the files up to date. Readers will
also learn how to back up important information via the cloud.
192 pages
Adobe Edge Preview 5: The Missing Manual
Want to create animated graphics for iPhone, iPad and the Web, using familiar Adobe
features? You��ve come to the right guide. Adobe Edge Preview 5: The Missing Manual shows
you how to build HTML5 and JavaScript graphics with Adobe multimedia tools. No
programming experience? No problem. Adobe Edge writes all the code for you. With this
book, you��ll be designing great-looking web apps in no time.
226 pages
Barron's AP Computer Science, 4 edition
The new fourth edition of Barron's Advanced Placement Computer Science test preparation
manual has been updated with a new case study. This new GridWorld Case Study will be tested on
the AP exam starting in May 2008. Also new with this edition is an optional CD-ROM, offering
two additional practice exams. The manual presents four full-length AP practice exams, two each
for Levels A and AB. Two of these exams are presented as diagnostic tests, with charts detailing
the topics for each question. All four model tests have questions answered and explained.
Prospective test takers will also find an extensive subject review, starting with a review of Java
5.0 and going on to cover all topics questioned in both the Level A and Level AB exams. There are
new sections on storage of numbers and random numbers.
736 pages
Computational Science and Its Applications - ICCSA 2004
(part I)
The four-volume set LNCS 3043-3046 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the
International Conference on Computational Science and its Applications, ICCSA 2004, held in
Assisi, Italy in May 2004. The four volumes present a total of 460 revised reviewed papers
selected from numerous submissions. The proceedings spans the whole range of
computational science from foundational issues in computer science and mathematics to
advanced applications in virtually all sciences making use of computational techniques. The
four volumes give a unique account of recent results in the area.
1233 pages
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eLearning - Theories, Design, Software and Applications
The term was coined when electronics, with the personal computer, was very popular and internet
was still at its dawn. It is a very successful term, by now firmly in schools, universities, and
SMEs education and training. Just to give an example 3.5 millions of students were engaged in
some online courses in higher education institutions in 2006 in the USA1.eLearning today refers to
the use of the network technologies to design, deliver, select, manage and broaden learning and
the possibilities made available by internet to offer to the users synchronous and
asynchronous learning, so that they can access the courses content anytime and wherever there is
an internet connection.
259 pages
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Creating Online Courses and Orientations: A Survival Guide
Media specialists, particularly in large urban high schools, often cannot meet the
individual instructional needs of every student. This book outlines an online unit that helps
media specialists ensure that every student receives valuable��and consistent��information
literacy instruction. The book contains a ten-step orientation course created by author Pamela
S. Bacon for her students. It includes reproducible worksheets, explicit instructions, modeling,
and patterning necessary to create a similar online orientation program in any secondary school.
In addition, the book provides a model and electronic templates on a Web companion site that
will enable any school media specialist construct a customized online orientation. The Web
component includes appendix materials, with instructional PowerPoint shows to use with staff
and students.
200 pages
Art of SEO
Four acknowledged experts in search engine optimization share guidelines and innovative
techniques that will help you plan and execute a comprehensive SEO strategy. This second
edition brings you up to date on recent changes in search engine behavior��such as new
ranking methods involving user engagement and social media��with an array of effective
tactics, from basic to advanced.
716 pages
Ultimate Guide Technology Photoshop 2012 05
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172 pages
Photoshop Elements 10 Top 100 Simplified Tips and Tricks
You already know Photoshop Elements basics. Now you'd like to go beyond with
shortcuts, tricks, and tips that let you work smarter and faster. And because you learn
more easily when someone shows you how, this is the book for you. Inside, you'll find
clear, illustrated instructions for 100 tasks that reveal cool secrets, teach timesaving
tricks, and explain great tips guaranteed to make you more productive with
Photoshop Elements 10.
272 pages
Photoshop CS6 Bible
Photoshop CS6, used for both print and digital media, is the industry leader in imageediting software. The newest version adds some exciting new features, and this
bestselling guide has been revised to cover each of them, along with all the basic
information you need to get started. Learn to use all the tools, including the
histogram palette, Lens Blur, Match Color, and the color replacement tool, as well
as keyboard shortcuts. Then master retouching and color correction, work with Camera
Raw images, prepare photos for print or the web, and much more.
1104 pages
jQuery Mobile Cookbook
Over 80 recipes with examples and practical tips to help you quickly learn and develop
cross-platform applications with jQuery Mobile
Overview
Create applications that use custom animations and use various techniques to
improve application performance
Use and customize the various controls such as toolbars, buttons, and lists with custom
icons, icon sprites, styles, and themes
Write simple but powerful scripts to manipulate the various configurations and work with
the events, methods, and utilities which are provided by the framework.
320 pages
Beginning Object-Oriented Programming with C#
The ideal beginners guide to C# and object-oriented programming
Wrox beginners' guides have the perfect formula for getting programming newcomers up
and running. This one introduces beginners to object-oriented programming using C#
to demonstrate all of the core constructs of this programming framework. Using realworld situations, you'll discover how to create, test, and deliver your programs and how
to work with classes, arrays, collections, and all the elements of object-oriented programming.
624 pages
Programming in Go: Creating Applications for the 21st Century
Your Hands-On Guide to Go, the Revolutionary New Language Designed for
Concurrency, Multicore Hardware, and Programmer Convenience
Todays most exciting new programming language, Go, is designed from the ground up to
help you easily leverage all the power of todays multicore hardware. With this
guide, pioneering Go programmer Mark Summerfield shows how to write code that takes
full advantage of Gos breakthrough features and idioms.
493 pages
iOS 6 Programming Cookbook
Overcome the vexing issues youll inevitably confront when creating apps for the iPhone,
iPad, or iPod touch. By making use of new and revised recipes in this updated
cookbook, you��ll quickly learn the steps necessary to write complete iOS
apps��including ways to store and protect data, enhance and animate graphics,
manage files and folders, and take advantage of Passbook.
976 pages
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Building Web, Cloud, and Mobile Solutions with F#
Learn how to build key aspects of web, cloud, and mobile solutions by combining F#
with various .NET and open source technologies. With helpful examples, this hands-on
book shows you how to tackle concurrency, asynchrony, and other server-side
challenges. Youll quickly learn how to be productive with F#, whether you want to
integrate the language into your existing web application or use it to create the next Twitter.
176 pages
A to Z book of computer games
There is probably no need to explain the fun you can have playing games with
computers. More specious though perhaps, is the enjoyment experienced by the person
who programs the computer. Most games played with card, dice, and the like are
challenging and mentally stimulating. So too, is the process of compter programming
- perhaps even more so.
Nearly all games allow for some element of luck, but computer programming is mor finite;
in fact lucky breaks are not realy a factor of carefully designed programs. Yet the
quickening of the pulse in anticipation of the next draw of cards is not very different from
that experienced by a programmer when he runs his newly written program the first time.
308 pages
Adobe Dreamweaver CS5: Introductory
ADOBE DREAMWEAVER CS5: INTRODUCTORY, 1E follows the Shelly Cashman Series' proven stepby-step, screen-by-screen approach to teaching the Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 software.
328 pages
Android Application Development For Dummies, 2 edition
This is your easy-to-use guide to creating applications on the Android platform
The Android OS continues to expand offering app developers access to one of the largest
platforms available, and this straightforward guide walks you step-by-step through the process
of creating amazing Android applications. In this second edition of his bestselling book,
Android programming expert Donn Felker explains how to download the SDK, get Eclipse up
and running, code Android applications, and submit your finished products to the Android Market
408 pages
Mathematics for Computer Science
This book offers an introduction to Mathematics oriented toward Computer Science
and Engineering. The goal is to make students mathematically literate in preparation
for studying a scientific/engineering discipline
339 pages
Kindle Fire Pocket Guide
This affordable and engaging guide is packed with practical information to you help you get the
most from your Kindle Fire. Amazon Kindle expert Scott McNulty offers plenty of tips and pointers
for using Amazon's trim tablet, including how to download apps, read books, take advantage of
the Amazon cloud, and browse the web with Silk. With this essential companion, you'll learn how
to make your way through Amazon's rich content ecosystem.
168 pages
Photoshop Elements 4 Just the Steps For Dummies
Photoshop Elements 4 is the fast, easy, and inexpensive way to get studio-quality
results from your digital images. You can
* Correct color, exposure, and lighting
* Fix red-eye and other flaws
* Use image layers to alter the look of a photo
* Change the background
* Make albums, display photos online, or print your pictures
* Do almost everything you can do with Photoshop CS
243 pages
Hidden Power of Blend Modes in Adobe Photoshop
This definitive resource on using Adobe Photoshop blend modes, features dozens of handson examples to give you an edge in technical, personal, and commercial projects
Blend modes are an essential, if somewhat mysterious, tool for photographers and
digital artists. They can be used to for a wide range of imaging effects and challenges,
such as noise reduction, working with high dynamic range (HDR) images,
compositing, graphic design, and digital painting. Although blend modes can be easy to
use, they aren��t always easy to understand. Scott Valentine translates the
technical elements into every day language and demonstrates techniques using realworld examples.
Whether you��re a professional or hobbyist, there��s something here for you.
Beginning and intermediate users of Photoshop will learn how blend modes work and get
up to speed on the most common techniques. The book will also feature power tips and
blend mode techniques from industry experts, including Katrin Eismann, Matt Kloskowski,
and RC Concepcion. Advanced and technical users will find indispensable references
along with powerful enhancements and corrections. More than just a collection of effects
and recipes, The Hidden Power of Blend Modes explains why the techniques work and how
to tune them for your own specific needs.
224 pages
Graphic Designer's Digital Toolkit: A ProjectBased Introduction to Adobe Photoshop CS5, Illustrator CS5...
Being a successful graphic designer today requires more than knowing the essential
features of industry-standard software applications. It also requires an understanding of
how to integrate these programs into a seamless whole while producing work that
conforms to design principles and client expectations. This fully revised fifth edition of
THE GRAPHIC DESIGNER'S DIGITAL TOOLKIT provides comprehensive overview of
Macintosh OS X Leopard and Windows 7 operating systems, design fundamentals, and
the "Big 3" digital design programs used in the graphics industry today: Adobe
Illustrator CS5, Adobe Photoshop CS5, and Adobe InDesign CS5.
The book examines the essential features of each, then reveals in practical detail
the traditional skills and technology necessary for effective design for print and Web
Media. This project-based book features a highly visual introduction to the essential tools
and functions of each application from the perspective of the working designer. Readers
are then given the hands on opportunity to put what they learn to work by tackling
design projects from concept to completion with assignments drawn from the everyday
world of professional graphic designers.
752 pages
Beginning XML, 5th Edition
The XML language has become the standard for writing documents on the Internet and is
constantly improving and evolving. This new edition covers all the many new XML-based
technologies that have appeared since the previous edition four years ago, providing you with an
up-to-date introductory guide and reference. Packed with real-world code examples, best
practices, and in-depth coverage of the most important and relevant topics, this authoritative
resource explores both the advantages and disadvantages of XML and addresses the most
current standards and uses of XML.
864 pages
Beginning Perl
Perl is the ever-popular, flexible, open source programming language that has been called
the programmers�� Swiss army knife. This book introduces Perl to both new programmers
and experienced ones who are looking to learn a new language. In the tradition of the popular
Wrox Beginning guides, it presents step-by-step guidance in getting started, a host of try-itout exercises, real-world examples, and everything necessary for a Perl novice to start
programming with confidence.
744 pages
Professional HTML5 Mobile Game Development
If you're an experienced developer seeking to break into the sizzling mobile game market, this is
the book for you. Covering all mobile and touchscreen devices, including iPhones, iPads, Android,
and WP7.5, this book takes you through the steps of building both single- and multi-player
mobile games. Topics include standard patterns for building games in HTML5, what methods to
choose for building (CSS3, SVG, or Canvas), popular game engines and frameworks, and much more.
552 pages
Android Application Development For Dummies, 2 edition
This is your easy-to-use guide to creating applications on the Android platform
The Android OS continues to expand offering app developers access to one of the largest
platforms available, and this straightforward guide walks you step-by-step through the process
of creating amazing Android applications. In this second edition of his bestselling book,
Android programming expert Donn Felker explains how to download the SDK, get Eclipse up
and running, code Android applications, and submit your finished products to the Android Market.
408 pages
Complete Idiot's Guide to Microsoft Windows 7
This guide offers a smoother transition for users moving from an older version to Windows(r) 7.
Along with simple step-by-step instructions and numerous useful examples, readers will learn how
to: use new tools; find applications and files instantly; navigate efficiently; use wizards and
dialogue boxes better; use the improved Windows firewall; get the most out of the new Explorer;
and use the many new options.
368 pages
Drupal Search Engine Optimization
Drive people to your site with this supercharged guide to Drupal SEO Learn how to create a
search engine-optimized Drupal website. Packed full of tips to help you develop an appropriate
SEO strategy. Discover the right configurations and extensions for SEO purposes.
116 pages
Digital Publishing with Adobe InDesign CS6
If you're a print designer or other creative professional who needs to create digital documents
for multiple devices, you will be thrilled with the powerful new tools in Adobe InDesign CS6.
272 pages
HTML5 and JavaScript Web Apps
This hands-on book shows you how to work with HTML5, JavaScript MVC frameworks, and the
latest W3C specifications to build mobile and desktop web apps that are widely supported across
all browsers and devices. You��ll quickly master building client-side applications with a
loosely coupled backend infrastructure that supports offline clients.
172 pages
Excel Programming with VBA Starter
Do you have repetitive tasks that you would like to get rid of for good? Would you like to
integrate Office Applications in order to streamline some of your tasks? Then look no further.
This compact book will provide you with the knowledge to get your VBA programming off the
ground and up to a comfortable cruising speed.
60 pages
Foundation HTML5 with CSS3
If you want to get into developing web sites, the most important thing you'll need is a
solid understanding of Hypertext Markup Language, or HTMLthe most common language used to
write web site content. The most recent version of the language is HTML5, and it contains a
whole host of new features to give you more power when creating websites.
430 pages
Responsive Web Design
From mobile browsers to netbooks and tablets, users are visiting your sites from an increasing
array of devices and browsers. Are your designs ready? Learn how to think beyond the desktop
and craft beautiful designs that anticipate and respond to your users' needs. Ethan Marcotte
will explore CSS techniques and design principles, including fluid grids, flexible images, and
media queries, demonstrating how you can deliver a quality experience to your users no matter
how large (or small) their display.
150 pages
Beginning Object-Oriented Programming with C#
The ideal beginners guide to C# and object-oriented programming
Wrox beginners' guides have the perfect formula for getting programming newcomers up and
running. This one introduces beginners to object-oriented programming using C# to demonstrate all
of the core constructs of this programming framework. Using real-world situations, you'll discover
how to create, test, and deliver your programs and how to work with classes, arrays, collections,
and all the elements of object-oriented programming.
624 pages
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Adobe Photoshop CS6
Gets visual learners up to speed on the newest enhancements in Photoshop
Photoshop is constantly evolving, and the newest version offers great new tools for
photographers. This popular guide gets visual learners up to speed quickly; previous editions
have sold more than 150,000 copies. With colorful screen shots illustrating the step-bystep instructions, this book is perfect for Photoshop newcomers and for visual learners who
are upgrading from an earlier version. It covers setting up the software, importing images from
the camera, using all the tools, creating an online gallery, and more.
352 pages
Python in a Nutshell, Second Edition
This book offers Python programmers one place to look when they need help remembering
or deciphering the syntax of this open source language and its many powerful but
scantily documented modules. This comprehensive reference guide makes it easy to look up the
most frequently needed information--not just about the Python language itself, but also the
most frequently used parts of the standard library and the most important third-party extensions.
712 pages
Adobe Photoshop CS3 A-Z : Tools and Features
Illustrated Ready Reference
The CS3 version is a state-of-the-art image editing program full of the features and functions that
digital photographers and desktop image makers desire the most. In fact, the program has become
so comprehensive that producing an illustrated A–Z book like this one is not just a nicety, but has become
a necessity. The software covers so many areas that Photoshop users needed a quick ready reference guide
to all the major tools and features. .
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Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One
Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One is designed to supply beginners with all the guidance they need to get
started in Photoshop, while giving more advanced users the depth of knowledge that will fortify their
expertise. Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One is your chance to master Photoshop under the direction of
a professional trainer with more than twenty years of computer design and imaging experience.
Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One contains twelve lessons, each made up of three to six step-by-step exercises.
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Advanced Google AdWords
This is the ultimate guide for those who want to move beyond AdWords basics to learn and apply the
advanced techniques and tactics that Google’s expert consultant teaches to Fortune 500 companies in
his seminars. Advanced Google AdWords will provide deep insight into AdWords’ functionality and
advanced features, explaining how they work and providing tips, tactics, and hands-on tutorials that readers
can immediately use on their own PPC campaigns.Improve Your Profits and strategies.While this book
gives advanced insight into every aspect of using AdWords to create and manage successful
marketing campaigns, this books two mantra words are profits and strategies. Advanced Google AdWords
will help you create strategies to improve many aspects of your marketing including:
Choosing and organizing keywords based upon user intent so your ads and landing pages are
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always relevant to the searcher.
Controlling under which conditions your ad shows so you can save money and increases your
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conversion rate.
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Write ads that increase not just click-through-rates and profits
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Understanding quality score so that you can monitor and increase your quality score
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Learn how to set bids based upon ROI, time of day, profits, geography, and more
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Strategies for organizing your account based upon your goals
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Conversion tracking strategies to learn what parts of your account lead to sales
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Master testing ad copy and landing pages
Follow step-by-step instructions to create action plans so you can easily monitor and manage
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your campaigns.
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Learn how to tame the content network so you can profitable expand your advertising goals.
Advanced Google AdWords is the ultimate step-by-step guide for developing advanced AdWords expertise. It
is detailed, in-depth, and full of insights, techniques, tips, tactics and fascinating real-world case studies.
The book will have very high visibility in the PPC community as it will feature a foreword from a Google
AdWords insider, an AdWords coupon, and praise quotes from PPC industry notables.
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Android Apps for Absolute Beginners
Anybody can start building simple apps for the Android platform, and this book will show you how. Android
Apps for Absolute Beginners takes you through the process of getting your first Android applications up
and running using plain English and practical examples. It cuts through the fog of jargon and mystery
that surrounds Android application development, and gives you simple, step-by-step instructions to get
you started.
Teaches Android application development in language anyone can understand, giving you the best possible
start in Android development
Provides simple, step-by-step examples that make learning easy, allowing you to pick up the concepts
without fuss
Offers clear code descriptions and layout so that you can get your apps running as soon as possible
What you’ll learn
Get yourself and your computer set up for Android apps development
Use the Eclipse programming environment to make your Android development efficient and straightforward
Follow steps in plain English to build simple apps and get them working immediately
Style your application so that it appeals to potential users
Make use of the Android’s touch screen
Use shortcuts and cheat sheets to create apps the easy way
Use the basics of Java and XML to move onto more advanced apps
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Android Cookbook
We assume you know the basics of the Java language. If not, see “Preface” on page xiii. We also assume
you know the basics of the Java Standard Edition API (since this forms the basis of Android's runtime
libraries) as well as the basics of Android. The terms "activity", "intent", and "content provider",
while notnecessarily being what you dream about at night, should at least be familiar to you.
What's in this Book?
Chapter 1, Getting Started, takes you through the steps of setting up the Android development environment
and building several simple applications of the well-known "Hello World" type .
Chapter 2, Designing a successful Application, covers some of the differences in mobile computing that will
hit developers coming from desktop and enterprise software environments, and talks about how mobile
design (in particular Android design) differs from those other environments.
Testing is often an afterthought for some developers, so we put this early on, in Chapter 3, Testing. Not so
you'll skip it, but so you'll read and heed. We talk about unit testing individual components as well as testing
out your entire application in a wellcontrolled way.
In Chapter 4, Content Providers, we show you how to make an application that can be used by other
applications through something as simple but ubiquitous (in Android) as the URL.
Chapter 5, Graphics, covers a range of topics related to graphics, including use of the graphical drawing
and compositing facilities in Android as well as using desktop tools to develop graphical images, textures,
icons, and so on that will be incorporated into your finished application.
Every mobile app needs a GUI, so Chapter 6, Graphical User Interface, covers all the ins and outs of
GUI development for Android. Examples are given both in XML and in hard-coded GUI development.
Chapter 7, GUI: ListView, focuses on one of the most important Graphical User Interfaces in Android,
the ListView. Android is rich in multimedia capabilities.
Chapter 8, Multimedia, shows how.
Chapter 9, Data Persistence, shows how to save data into files, databases and so on. And how to retreive
it later, of course. Android started out as an operating system for mobile telephones.
Chapter 10, Telephone Applications, shows how to control and react to the telephone device that is in
most mobile devices nowadays. Mobile devices are, for the most part, always-on and always-connected. This
has a major impact on how people use them and think about them.
Chapter 11, Networked Applications, shows the coding for traditional networked applications.
This is followed by Chapter 12, Gaming and Animation,
and Chapter 13, Social Networking.The now-ubiquitous Global Positioning System has also had
major implications on
how mobile applications work.
Chapter 14, Location and Map Applications, discusses how to find your location, how to get map data
from Google and OpenStreetMap, and
how applications can be location-aware in ways that are just now being explored.
Chapter 15, Accellerometer, talks about the sensors built into most Android devices and how to use them.
There may be a Chapter 16, Bluetooth, if there's enough to say about it, going way beyond connecting
your Bluetooth(TM) headset to your phone. This is followed by
Chapter 17, System and Device Control.
In Chapter 18, Other Programming Languages, we explore the use of other programming languages to write
all or part of your Android application. Examples include C, Perl, Python, Lisp, and other languages.
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Android Programming Tutorials, 3rd Edition
Android Programming Tutorials show you what you can do with Android, through a series of 40
individual exercises. Android Programming Tutorials gives you hands-on instruction in how to build
sophisticated Android applications, using many of the technologies outlined in CommonsWare’s other
Android books. These exercises lead you through the basics of creating Android applications, all the way
through many fun Android features like Internet access, location tracking, maps, integrated WebKit
browsers, cameras, accelerometers, home screen widgets, and much more. Full source code to all the
exercise answers is available, to help you if you get stuck. Android Programming Tutorials makes an
excellent companion volume to more traditional Android books that merely tell you what is possible.
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App Inventor
Google App Inventor for Android is the complete guide to App Inventor for Android, Google\'s new
visual language for building mobile apps. With App Inventor, you program by piecing together blocks
that represent the phone\'s functionality. Because it\'s like putting together a puzzle, even non-technical
people can use App Inventor to create mobile apps. With App Inventor you don\'t need to write a single line
of programming code, and can still create apps that take advantage of all of an Android smart phone\'s
features including the accelerometer, GPS, messaging, contacts, the web and more.
This book provides you with a series of fully worked out apps that you can create, download and use on
your Android phone. Best of all, the apps come with complete \"source blocks,\" fully explained in easy
to understand terms, which you can customize for your own use or use as a model for building the next
\"killer app.\" The sample apps are accompanied by a section on App Inventor Designs Patterns that serves
as an invaluable reference and explains computer science concepts in simple terms. Google App Inventor
for Android is the perfect companion for your app exploration, and will have you creating your own Android
apps in no time.
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Artificial Intelligence: Structures and Strategies for
Complex Problem Solving
Artificial Intelligence: Structures and Strategies for Complex Problem Solving is ideal for a one- or twosemester undergraduate course on AI.
In this accessible, comprehensive text, George Luger captures the essence of artificial intelligence–solving
the complex problems that arise wherever computer technology is applied. Ideal for an undergraduate course
in AI, the Sixth Edition presents the fundamental concepts of the discipline first then goes into detail with
the practical information necessary to implement the algorithms and strategies discussed. Readers learn how
to use a number of different software tools and techniques to address the many challenges faced by
today’s computer scientists.
This is an e-book containing 754 pages
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Art-of-SEO---Mastering Search Engine Optimization
A well-designed, easy-to-navigate website is useless if no one can find it. If your company is going to succeed
in the web economy, optimizing your site for search engine visibility is essential. In this book, four of the
most noted experts in the field of search engine optimization (SEO) provide you with proven guidelines
and cutting-edge techniques for planning and executing a comprehensive SEO strategy.
The authors clearly explain SEO fundamentals, while correcting many common misconceptions. If you are new
to SEO, you'll get a complete and thorough SEO education, as well as an array of effective tactics, from basic
to advanced. Seasoned practitioners will find this book useful as a complete reference to SEO best practices.
Explore the underlying theory behind SEO and how search engines work
Learn the steps you need to prepare for, execute, and evaluate SEO initiatives
Examine a number of advanced strategies and tactics
Understand the intricacies involved in managing complex SEO projects
Learn what's necessary to build a competent SEO team with defined roles
Glimpse the future of search and what lies ahead for the SEO industry
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ASP.NET 4.0 in Practice
ASP.NET is an established technology for building web applications using Microsoft products. It drives a
number of enterprise-level web sites around the world, but it can be scaled for projects of any size. The
new version 4.0 is an evolutionary step: users will find a lot of new features that they will be able to leverage
to build better web applications with minimal effort.
ASP.NET 4.0 in Practice contains real world techniques from well-known professionals who have been using
ASP.NET since the first previews. Using a practical Problem-Solution-Discussion format, it will guide
readers through the most common scenarios they will face in a typical ASP.NET application, and
provide solutions and suggestions to take their applications to another level.
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AutoCAD 2011 For Dummies
If you’re just learning AutoCAD, this friendly, For Dummies guide is perfect for you. You’ll get up to speed on
all the basics and start creating 2D and 3D technical drawings sooner than you might imagine. Learn how
to create a basic drawing, use AutoCAD Design Center, edit your drawings, work with dimensions, add text,
and much more. The book is straightforward, easy to follow, and includes practical tips and notes that
demystify this complex software even further.
Gets you quickly up to speed on AutoCAD “X,” the leading technical drawing software from Autodesk
Covers how to create a basic drawing, use AutoCAD Design Center, edit your drawings, use blocks, work
with dimensions, add text, and draw on the Internet
Includes updates on the latest features in AutoCAD “X” focusing on those that matter most to beginners
Uses the popular For Dummies approach, which breaks down this intimidating topic into helpful, practical
advice and how-tos for real people
AutoCAD “X” For Dummies is what you need to get up to speed and start designing with this marketleading software!
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Beginning Android Tablet Application Development
The new release of Android 3 brings the full power of Android to tablet computing and this hands-on guide
offers an introduction to developing tablet applications using this new Android release. Veteran author WeiMeng Lee explains how Android 3 is specifically optimized for tablet computing and he details Android’s
tablet-specific functions. Beginning with the basics, this book moves at a steady pace to provide everything
you need to know to begin successfully developing your own Android tablet applications.
Serves as a full-color, hands-on introduction to developing tablet applications with the new Android 3
Offers a helpful overview of Android 3 programming for tablets
Details the components of Android tablet applications
Highlights ways to build the Android user interface for tablets, create location-based services, publish
Android applications, use Eclipse for Android development, and employ the Android emulator
Beginning Android Tablet Application Development is an ideal starting point for getting started with
using Android 3 to develop tablet applications.
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Beginning CSS: Cascading Style Sheets for Web Design,
3rd Edition
With the latest versions of Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer, and other browsers released, CSS is more
essential than ever. This beginner guide demonstrates how cascading style sheets can be used to define styles
to items in Web pages, rather than format each item individually. Each lesson in this full-color book has
been methodically revised to be more concise and efficient, making your learning experience as productive
as possible.
Covers the latest in CSS, including the new features of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, and Google Chrome
Reviews the vast improvements to mobile browsers and how CSS can work with them
Provides helpful examples and walks you through real-world solutions to common hurdles
Discusses embedded fonts, compatibility tables, and cross-browser bug scenarios
Beginning CSS, Third Edition gets you completely up to date so that you can start using CSS in the newest
Web and mobile browsers today!
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Blender 2.5 Character Animation Cookbook
Blender is an open source 3D graphics application that can be used for modeling, rigging, animating,
rendering and thousands of other things. While modeling characters isn’t the biggest of your worries,
animating them to make them feel as-good-as alive is what differentiates a professional from an amateur.
This book offers clear, illustrative, and easy-to-follow recipes to create character rigs and animations
for common situations. Bring your characters to life by understanding the principles, techniques and
approaches involved in creating rigs and animations, you’ll be able to adapt them to your own characters
and films.
The book offers clear step-by-step tutorials, with detailed explanations, screenshots and support files to help
you understand the principles behind each topic. Each recipe covers a logical step of the complete creation of
a character rig and animation, so you’re not overwhelmed with too much information at once.
You’ll see numerous examples and screenshots that guide to achieve various rigging and animation
tasks, logically separated so you can understand each in detail. The rigging topics are divided by each region
of the body (torso, limbs, face, eyes), and further separated by the specific topic (neck, fingers, mouth,
eyelids, etc) for clarity. All rigging tasks are accomplished with the built-in tools in Blender, without
the complexity of coding custom Python behaviors or user interface elements.
The animation topics deal with common situations found in real world productions, showing good practices
to understand and overcome the challenges.
What you will learn from this book
Refine your animation with Blender tools
Understand principles behind movements like walking, running, jumping and weight lifting
Stay productive with an organized animation workflow
Create flexible face rigs with a mixed approach
Learn how to stretch the arms, legs and spine of your characters
Create corrective shape keys
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Fine control your character’s eyes
Switching between IK and FK for arms and legs in a shot
Create an IK foot setup with 3 pivots
How to track your animation arcs and timing
Approach
Cookbook
Who this book is written for
Blender users who already know the basics of adding, modeling and rendering objects within the program,
but are eager to learn how to turn a character’s mesh into a living creature.
Build Your Own Website The Right Way Using HTML & CSS
With over 60,000 copies sold since its first edition, this SitePoint best-seller has just had a fresh update
to include recent advances in the web industry.
With the first two editions coming highly recommended by established, leading web designers and
developers, the third edition with all its extra goodies will continue that trend. Also fully updated to include
the latest operating systems, web browsers and providing fixes to issues that have cropped up since the
last edition.
Readers will learn to:
Style text and control your page layout with CSS
Create and Optimize graphics for the Web
Add interactivity to your sites with forms
Include a custom search, contact us page, and a News/Events section on your site
Track visitors with Google Analytics
Extend your reach and connect your site with Social Media
Use HTML5&CSS3 to add some cool, polished features to your site
Use diagnosis/debug tools to find any problems
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Build Your Own ASP.NET 4 Website Using C# & VB
ASP.NET is useful in more ways than one. If you aren’t already a .NET developer, it’s the gateway to learning
the framework, and the languages that you can use to program against it. The most common languages, and
the ones covered in this book, are C# and VB.NET. Skills in these languages and framework go way beyond
web development.
ASP.NET is this framework, and with its Web Forms and Controls technologies, you can use rapid
development methodologies to get your application up and running quickly. Being fully standards-compliant,
you can also make it beautiful using CSS. Beyond this, particularly for professional, commercial
applications, you’ll need tools that allow database connectivity to be smart, secure, and efficient, and ASP.
NET with its ADO.NET technology provides this for you.
This book provides you with everything you need to know to skill up in ASP.NET development with Web
Forms technology. It’s a fantastic learning tool, written in an approachable and informative way. You’ll
be amazed at what you can build, quickly and easily.
ASP.NET really is a unique technology, and it provides new and extremely efficient ways to create
web applications using the programming language with which you feel most comfortable. Though it can
take some time to learn, ASP.NET is simple to use. Whether you want to create simple web forms, featurerich shopping carts, or even complex enterprise applications, ASP.NET can help you do it. All the tools you’ll
need to get up and running are immediately available and easy to install, and require very little
initial configuration.
This book will be your gentle introduction to the wonderful world of ASP.NET, teaching you the foundations
step by step. First, you’ll learn the theory; then, you’ll put it into practice as we work through practical
exercises together. Finally, we’ll stretch your abilities by introducing the MVC Framework and other
advanced topics. To demonstrate some of the more complex functionality, and to put the theory into a
cohesive, realistic context, we’ll develop a project through the course of this book.
This book is aimed at beginner, intermediate, and advanced web designers looking to make the leap into
server-side programming with ASP.NET.We expect that you’ll already feel comfortable with HTML, CSS, and
a little knowlegable about database design although we will cover quite a few databatse topics along the
way. Developers in open-source web development languages such as PHP, Java, or Ruby will make an
excellent transition to learning ASP.NET.
This e-book contains834 pages
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Busy coder’s guide for Android
It’s a really good book for beginners; it sure beats reading the Google Android SDK docs and trying to
make some sense of them…It was enjoyable reading this book, and all the examples are concise and to
the point. The author does a great job conveying convoluted concepts simply, and that’s the true value of
this book, especially to a beginner. This e-book contains 731 pages.
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C++ for Engineers and Scientists, 3rd Edition
Now in its third edition, Bronson’s C++ for Engineers and Scientists makes C++ accessible to
first-level engineering students as C++ maintains its stronghold in engineering and
scientific communities. The text continues to take a pragmatic approach that incorporates
actual engineering and science problems for its applications and examples. Students begin with
a foundation in procedural programming, moving into object-oriented concepts in the second half
of the text. This new edition also offers new case studies and an expanded selection of examples
from a variety of fields including thermodynamics, optics, and fluid mechanics.
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Cloud Computing Bible
The complete reference guide to the hot technology of cloud computing. Its potential for lowering IT costs
makes cloud computing a major force for both IT vendors and users; it is expected to gain momentum
rapidly with the launch of Office Web Apps later this year. Because cloud computing involves
various technologies, protocols, platforms, and infrastructure elements, this comprehensive reference is
just what you need if you’ll be using or implementing cloud computing.
Cloud computing offers significant cost savings by eliminating upfront expenses for hardware and software;
its growing popularity is expected to skyrocket when Microsoft introduces Office Web Apps
This comprehensive guide helps define what cloud computing is and thoroughly explores the
technologies, protocols, platforms and infrastructure that make it so desirable
Covers mobile cloud computing, a significant area due to ever-increasing cell phone and smartphone use
Focuses on the platforms and technologies essential to cloud computing
Anyone involved with planning, implementing, using, or maintaining a cloud computing project will rely on
the information in Cloud Computing Bible.
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Convert!: Designing Web Sites to Increase Traffic
and Conversion
When web design expert Ben Hunt set out to quantify the difference between an ordinary web site and a
great one, he expected to find the key in design simplicity. But when his team more than doubled the
conversion rates for a wide range of sites, they identified simple yet powerful solutions involving design,
copy, appropriate analysis, classic optimization techniques, and targeted testing. You’ll find the fixes easy
to implement, and they’re all right here.
Understand the essentials - your market, your proposition, and your delivery.
Create a site that is seen by the right people, provides a compelling experience, and generates the
desired action.
Learn how to use testing to improve your site’s conversion rate.
Discover the holistic nature of web site optimization and why multiplicity matters.
Examine dozens of simple techniques for building traffic, engaging your audience, and crafting effective calls
to action.
Combine creativity with analysis for the best possible results.
Ben Hunt is Principal Consultant for Scratchmedia Ltd. He operates webdesignfromscratch.com, which
provides tutorials and advice to over 120,000 web developers each month. Ben has been designing, coding,
and producing web sites for clients worldwide for more than 15 years, and is considered a leader in the
web usability industry.
Forewords by Ken McCarthy, founder of the System Seminar, and Drayton Bird, Drayton Bird Associates.
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Corel DRAW: The Official Guide
Create fine art and commercial graphics with one powerful tool! CorelDRAW X4: The Official Guide shows
you how to get a visual message across with impact and style; edit photos; build captivating layouts;
and compose scenes in a clean, attention-getting style. Learn how to illustrate like the pros, justify and flow
text around shapes, and truly understand digital color. You'll also discover how to create 3D objects,
apply special effects, and integrate different media to build outstanding graphics. Packed with expert tips
and techniques for creating professional-level art, this is your one-stop CorelDRAW X4 resource.
CorelDRAW X4: The Official Guide is your handbook to the most feature-filled drawing application you could
hope for, and as you’d rightly expect, the chapters contain comprehensive explanations of what tools, popup menus, commands, dockers, and other elements do. But the prize in this book is that you’ll learn not only
the value of the features, but also what they’re good for—how each tool, command, option, and feature can
be used to best serve a design problem you want to solve. Knowledge is fine—you can get facts from
Wikipedia and around every
corner on the Web, the bookstore, and your friends and family. When you put facts to use, however,
you eventually gain skill you can tap into in the future, build upon, and eventually your
knowledge becomes wisdom—something an ambitious, expressive designer has an affinity for— right up
there with water and oxygen.
This book is divided into eight parts plus an appendix listing keyboard shortcuts that’ll speed up your work
in CorelDRAW. As you might expect, the parts follow a progression, from
a very basic introduction to later chapters that delve into special effects and even photo editing. If you’re
the type of reader who likes to begin at the beginning and make a linear voyage to
finish at the appendix, you won’t be surprised. However, the chapters are structured and
fairly compartmentalized to address a specific topic; if you want fast solutions for specific areas
within CorelDRAW, you can also “pick and choose.” One of the wonderful things about books is that you can
skip ahead and rewind—just as you do with DVD movies!
■ Part I starts you off with the new features in CorelDRAW X4, a must-read for users who’ve made the
upgrade. Also in this part you’ll be guided through CorelDRAW options, thoroughly pore through the menus
and palettes (including CorelDRAW dockers), and you’ll learn how to set up the workspace to make you feel
right at home. New users are encouraged to set aside some quality time for this part—you’ll save a lot of
time later when you want to get to the Fun Stuff.
Part II focuses on navigating and measuring the workspace and your document, and on how to size things
up, from measuring objects to moving and rotating them. You’ll also learn how to set up a multi-page
document, create brochures and flyers, and you’ll see that each page can be a unique size and orientation. ■
Part III gets you up and running with two of the most important tools used in designing original artwork, the
Pen Tools and the Shape Tool. You’ll also get a handle on creating shapes using various presets CorelDRAW
has to offer. Once you have your object created and edited to your liking, it’s only natural to make more
of them; this part shows you how to arrange, group, duplicate, clone, and perform other tasks in
your document to make laying out what you’ve created an inspired effort.
■ Part IV dives into typography, working with Artistic and Paragraph Text, spelling and other
CorelDRAW proofing tools, and some special effects you can create for fancy headlines. Sometimes it’s better
to just say it instead of show it; CorelDRAW has the ideal tools for both the text and graphic message, and
this part of the book also shows how to blend the two vehicles artistically for what you want to communicate.
■ Part V puts the meat on the bones of the objects you design; in these chapters you’ll learn everything
you need to know about object fills, outline properties, and most importantly, about digital color. Learn how
to define and apply uniform fills, bitmap fills, and colors from different color models to your work so they’ll
print exactly as you intend them to. And if you need a map or schematic drawing, check out this part for
the lowdown on creating dashed lines, lines with arrowheads, and more. ■
Part VI is a truly special part; CorelDRAW comes with a boatload of special effect features, and these
chapters take you through the steps to distorting, blending, and creating photorealistic effects such as
object transparency and soft, life-like shadows.
If you’ve ever been stuck at a point where your design needs that “special something,” look into this special
part of the book. Learn how to create shading as you’ve seen in airbrush illustrations, design chrome and
glass-like objects, and create a seamless integration between what you draw and the digital photos you
can place in your document.
■ Part VII shows you that 3D object and scene creation doesn’t require a megabuck modeling program—
you’ll find what you need to make scenes in camera-perfect perspective with CorelDRAW’s Effects menu.
You’ll also learn how to extrude objects, letting CorelDRAW perform calculations to create a side view of the
front of objects you draw. It’s fun, and the result can have the visual impact you need to create new worlds
and sell your ideas.
Part VIII (that’s “8” if you’re tired of reading Roman numerals) is truly an advanced section of the book, but
it’s accessible to readers of all skill levels, and its contents take you through working with photographs,
getting your prints looking their best, and more. See how to work with CorelDRAW’s extensive host of
print options and features, learn the techniques for output to paper, film, transfer materials, and get to
know CorelDRAW’s pre-flight options so your time and the expense of professional printing are on your
side. You’ll also see how to get the best look out of imported bitmaps, beginning right with CorelDRAW’s
Raw Lab. Learn how to work with image resolutions, and see how to export your vector drawings to bitmap
file format.
You’ll also want to pore through CorelDRAW’s HTML publishing features—make that print ad you’ve designed
into a Web banner with only a few clicks. Finally, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) is documented. See how
to write simple scripts without actually writing a line of code (it’s visual; you record cursor movements),
and speed up your work by automating common tasks with VBA. ■ The Appendix to the book is full of
shortcuts you can use in CorelDRAW. Find a task you need to perform faster and the Appendix lists
the combinations of keys you can press to get you where you need to go.
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Create Great iPhone Photos: Apps, Tips, Tricks, and Effects
You own the world’s most versatile, customizable camera: your iPhone. Out of the box, your iPhone camera
is no-frills, but you can transform it into a digital darkroom, photo editing suite, and photoblogging tool all
rolled into one . . . if you know how to use it.
Create Great iPhone Photos shows you how to take great iPhone photographs—and even turn your not-sohot photos into thrillingly inventive, atmospheric images. Author and iPhone photographer Allan Hoffman
shows you how to harness the full potential of your iPhone’s camera and turn it into a wildly fun tool
for photographic creativity. You’ll learn tips and tricks for generating effects, applying filters, and
manipulating your images with wonderfully innovative apps—all right on your iPhone. And you’ll be inspired
by interviews with today’s top iPhone photographers and galleries of their impressive work.
You’ll also learn how to:
Produce stunning panoramas, vintage-style photobooth strips, and super-saturated Polaroid® photos with a
hip, 1970s look
Unlock the secret power of your iPhone’s camera with burst mode, high dynamic range (HDR) effects,
exposure and focus controls, and more
Find and install the best iPhone apps for cropping images, adjusting contrast and exposure, and editing
your photos to achieve eye-popping results
Publish and share images right from your iPhone, without the hassle of memory cards, cables, or
complex desktop photo editing tools
You have Photoshop® (and a lot, lot more) right in your pocket. Do amazing things with your photos with
Create Great iPhone Photos
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Creating Web Pages for Dummies
Ideal for novices, Creating Web Pages for Dummies starts off with discussion of some key design topics
and shows the way to publishing well designed Web sites. The authors have you writing HTML and getting a
feel for the basic process by the third chapter. Once you’re hooked, they show you how to build a home page
in a single day and offer advice on how to get online with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The book
gradually gets more serious in scope, presenting sites for business use and implementing graphics
and multimedia. It shows you how easy it is to publish photos, to implement sound and video clips,
and introduces hot technologies like Java, ActiveX and XML. Finally, the guide introduces you to
various authoring tools, browsers, and the special considerations of publishing for WebTV. In the usual
Dummies style, the author offers 10 dos and 10 don’ts for Web publishing. The book wraps up with
appendices of ISPs, a guide to HTML tags, and a CD-ROM with tools and an excellent set of links for useful
Web resources.
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Creative Photoshop CS4: Digital Illustration and
Art Techniques
If you are a digital artist, illustrator, cartoonist, graphic artist, designer, or serious hobbyist looking for new
and interesting ways to use Photoshop, this is the book for you! You already know how to use Photoshop as
an image editing tool; now, challenge yourself and discover the more artistic aspects of the program with one
of the world’s best teachers by your side.
In addition to four brand new chapters on real world projects, this new edition of award-winning digital
artist Derek Lea’s bestselling Creative Photoshop contains several brand new features such as “What you’ll
learn in this chapter” summaries, so you can quickly find projects using the specific tools you’d like to focus
on, and supplementary information at the end of each chapter, containing useful resources and additional
gallery images to provide further study and inspiration. As you work through Derek’s fantastic artistic
methods, be sure to visit www.creativephotoshopthebook.com for more information, including the project
files for each chapter, available for download for you to work with, a reader forum, and more. Stunning
images from award winning digital artist Derek Lea inspire you to push your own creativity further than you
even thought possible
*Compatible with previous versions of Photoshop
*Explore Photoshop from an entirely unique perspective as you learn how to create graffiti, antique
effects, stencil art, and so much more
*Fully updated throughout for CS4, plus four brand new chapters on real world projects that combine
traditional art methods with Photoshop to create tactile images
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Documents, Presentations & Work books:Create
Powerful Content with Microsoft Office
Get expert techniques and best practices for creating professional-looking documents, slide presentations,
and workbooks. And apply these skills as you work with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint®, and Excel® in Office
2010 or Office for Mac 2011. This hands-on guide provides constructive advice and advanced, timesaving tips
to help you produce compelling content that delivers—in print or on screen.
Work smarter—and create content with impact!
Create your own custom Office themes and templates
Use tables and styles to help organize and present content in complex Word documents
Leave a lasting impression with professional-quality graphics and multimedia
Work with PowerPoint masters and layouts more effectively
Design Excel PivotTables for better data analysis and reporting
Automate and customize documents with Microsoft Visual Basic® for Applications (VBA) and Open XML Formats
Boost document collaboration and sharing with Office Web Apps
Your companion web content includes:
All the book’s sample files for Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Files containing Microsoft Visio® samples—Visio
2010 is required for viewing.
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Dream Weaver Tutorial
Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 is a professional HTML editor for designing, coding, and developing websites,
web pages, and web applications. Whether you enjoy the control of hand-coding HTML, or prefer to work in
a visual editing environment, Dreamweaver provides you with helpful tools to enhance your web
creation experience. This guide introduces you to using Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 if you’re unfamiliar with
any major aspect of it.The tutorials in this guide lead you through the process of creating a simple but
functional website.
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Drupal 7 Themes
Drupal is an award winning open source Content Management System (CMS). Based on PHP and MySQL,
its power and flexibility combined with its exceptional design mean it is one of the most popular choices
for creating a CMS website..
Drupal employs a specialized templating system and supports themes, which allow you to change the look
and feel of your system’s front and back-end interfaces..
Drupal 7 Themes is an ideal introduction to theming with Drupal 7. If you want to create a striking new look
for your Drupal 7 website, this book is for you. This book is a revised, updated and expanded edition of Drupal
6 Themes, rewritten specifically for Drupal 7.
This book will show you techniques and tools to help you improve the look and feel of any Drupal 7powered website. Starting from the basics of theme setup and configuration, you will learn about the
Drupal theming architecture and the PHPTemplate engine, and then move on to modifying existing themes
and building new themes from scratch. You will find out about tools to make your theme development easier.
A practical guide showing you how to create themes for your Drupal 7 site
Learn about the Drupal 7 Theming Architecture
Find and install new themes
Get the most from Drupal’s theme configuration system
Create a new theme from scratch
Master PHPTemplate
Modify the default templates and styles
Override the default templates with your own
Create dynamic styling that responds to the content or the user
Discover tools that make theming easier and more efficient
Approach
Filled with practical examples, this book helps you to understand the logic behind the theming system
employed in Drupal, and how to make it work for you. You will learn key concepts and work through
examples with careful, step-by-step instructions.
Who this book is written for. The main requirements to make use of this book are knowledge of HTML, CSS,
and a touch of creativity. You don’t need to know anything about theming in Drupal; all you need is
basic experience of working with Drupal. Although this book aims to make Drupal theming accessible
to designers, theming in Drupal 7 involves writing some PHP code, and a basic knowledge of PHP will be
helpful.p>
Regardless of your technical skills, this book will teach you to design themes for your Drupal websites
quickly and easily.
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EASY MICROSOFT EXCEL
This year, millions of beginner-to-intermediate-level users will be searching for the easiest possible way
to master Excel 2010′s new features – and, withEasy Microsoft Excel 2010, you’ll find exactly what
you’re looking for. This full-color, utterly simple, step-by-step book has been carefully crafted to provide
instant access to the 100+ tasks you’ll find most useful and valuable. As with all books in the Easy series,
it’s designed to teach visually: you never have to work your way through lengthy text explanations. Its
large typeface makes it even more accessible to all readers – especially senior readers whose needs
are disregarded by most computer books. Written by an experienced Microsoft Excel trainer and
author, Easy Microsoft Excel 2010walks you through the easiest, fastest, most direct procedures for
getting the results they’re looking for.Coverage includes: getting started fast; managing, viewing, and
editing workbooks; formatting data; using formulas, functions, charts, and graphics; analyzing data;
printing; and even advanced techniques. Along the way, you will learn how to make the most of many of
Excel 2010′s most powerful innovations, such as Sparklines and the Excel Web App.
100+ hands-on, step-by-step tasks show novices and inexperienced upgraders the easiest, fastest, most
direct way to accomplish common tasks
Written by an experienced Microsoft Excel trainer and author
Fully revamped for Excel 2010′s most powerful new tools and features
Large typeface improves readability and appeals to senior readers ignored by most computer books
This is an E-BOOK.
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EXCEL 2010 FOR DUMMIES QUICK REFERENCE
John Walkenbach’s name is synonymous with excellence in computer books that decipher complex
technical topics. Known as “Mr. Spreadsheet,” Walkenbach—along with Excel expert Colin Banfield—
answers your most common and important Excel questions in this easy-to-understand reference. You’ll
learn how to open, save, protect, and recover workbook files; add, copy, and delete worksheets; enter and
edit data and text; create formulas and functions; audit, format, and print; and more. Highly organized and
free of unnecessary jargon, this essential reference allows you to find the answers you’re looking for quickly
and easily. Excel gurus Walkenbach and Banfield offer quick and easy answers to common Excel questions
Offers information in a highly organized, easy-to-understand format so you can find exactly what you need.
Includes information on opening, saving, protecting and recovering workbook files; adding, copying,
and deleting worksheets; entering and editing data and text; creating formulas and functions;
auditing; formatting; printing; and more. Covers navigating the user interface; using the Ribbon and
Quick Access toolbar; saving, protecting, and recovering workbook files; entering and editing data;
creating formulas and functions, and much more. Excel 2010 For Dummies Quick Reference enables you
to spend more time working on your projects rather than trying to figure how to make Excel work for you!
Excel 2010 Made Simple
Get the most out of Excel 2010 with Excel 2010 Made Simple—learn the key features, understand what’s
new, and utilize dozens of time-saving tips and tricks to get your job done. Over 500 screen visuals and
clear-cut instructions guide you through the features of Excel 2010, from formulas and charts to
navigating around a worksheet and understanding Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and macros.
Excel 2010 Made Simple takes a practical and highly effective approach to using Excel 2010, showing you
the best way to complete your most common spreadsheet tasks. You’ll learn how to input, format, sort,
and filter your data to find out what you want to know. You’ll see how to place your data in tables and
named ranges for easy access, all of which will get you working efficiently and productively.
Excel 2010 Made Simple also covers the new features introduced in Excel 2010. For instance, it shows you
how to use Sparklines for data comparison and the Backstage view for printing and sharing your
spreadsheets, so you can carry out your tasks with the minimum of fuss. The hands-on focus on tasks
means you’ll see how to actually use Excel 2010 to suit your needs.
What you’ll learn
How to do efficient and complex data entry
How to format your data
How to write basic—and not so basic—formulas
How to use Excel’s database capabilities, including PivotTables
How to create colorful, meaningful charts
How to create basic macros and how to use them
How to use new Excel 2010 features, such as Sparklines and the Backstage view
Excel Formulas and Functions for Dummies
Excel is a complex program. Mastering the use of formulas and functions lets you use Excel to compute
useful day-to-day information, such as calculating the true cost of credit card purchases or comparing 15year and 30-year mortgage costs. This fun and friendly book demystifies Excel’s built-in functions so you can
put them to work. You’ll find step-by-step instructions on 150 of Excel’s most useful functions, how they
work within formulas, and how to use them to make your life easier. See how to use 150 of Excel’s most
useful functions, with real-world examples showing how each function is used within a formula.Learn to
calculate the costs of leasing versus buying a car, compute classroom grades, create an amortization table,
or evaluate investment performance Fully updated for Excel 2010, but the principles will work with
earlier versions of Excel as well.Includes essential coverage of an additional 85 functions.In the everpopular, non-threatening For Dummies style, Excel Formulas and Functions For Dummies, 2nd
Edition makes Excel’s power accessible to you.
Exploring Adobe Photoshop CS5
Now fully updated to the new release of Adobe’s Creative Suite, EXPLORING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS5
shows how to use a great software tool to create dynamic design. Written by an author who is an
experienced designer as well as computer graphics instructor, EXPLORING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS5 is
a designer-driven resource that examines the tools and features of Adobe Photoshop while showing how
to maximize the potential of desktop digital imaging for graphics, illustration, composition, and special effects.
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Getting Started with Dreamweaver – Tutorial
Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 is a professional HTML editor for designing, coding, and developing websites,
web pages, and web applications. Whether you enjoy the control of hand-coding HTML, or prefer to work in
a visual editing environment, Dreamweaver provides you with helpful tools to enhance your web
creation experience. This guide introduces you to using Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 if you’re unfamiliar with
any major aspect of it.The tutorials in this guide lead you through the process of creating a simple but
functional website.
This tutorial is in the format of e-book and this e-book contains 326 pages.
Getting Started with Google Apps
This book is for anyone who wishes to learn how to use Google apps and Chrome. This book is a guide for
both the beginner and intermediate user. The level of this book is particularly aimed at the beginner level, but
it could be used as a reference guide for intermediate users who wish to make effective use of Google
Apps. Chapter 1 is on Chrome. Chapter 2 is on Gmail. The next five chapters are on Google Docs. Chapter
8 covers in detail the elements of Calendar. Chapter 9 discusses Google sites. Chapter 10 discusses Google
Maps in detail. Chapter 11 covers Google Talk. Chapter 12 discusses Google Blogger. Finally, the last
chapter concentrates on the integration aspects of the Google Apps discussed in the previous chapters.
Features of the book include: Easy to read descriptions and examples Step-by-step instructions for using
many of the more popular Google Apps
All of the major features for each selected application, covered in detail
Google Apps is really for everyone, whether you are an individual or corporate user. Anyone can make use
of Google Apps. There are costs associated for corporate or business entities on a per-user basis, but these
are minimal. However, within this book, we assume that the user is an individual connecting to Google
Apps through a free account. Regardless, the information in this book is the same, and it will suit both
an individual or business user.
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Google Apps: Mastering Integration and Customization
Written in direct and fast paced style, this book is full of examples and tips to help you make your migration
to Google Apps simpler and quicker. After migration, this book will help you get up and running with your
new website. This book is for anyone who wishes to use and customize Google Apps in their office
environment. This e-book contains 268 pages.
Handbook of Cloud Computing
Cloud computing has become a significant technology trend. Experts believe cloud computing is
currently reshaping information technology and the IT marketplace. The advantages of using cloud
computing include cost savings, speed to market, access to greater computing resources, high availability,
and scalability. This e-book includes contributions from world experts in the field of cloud computing
from academia, research laboratories and private industry. This book presents the systems, tools, and
services of the leading providers of cloud computing; including Google, Yahoo, Amazon, IBM, and Microsoft.
The basic concepts of cloud computing and cloud computing applications are also introduced. Current and
future technologies applied in cloud computing are also discussed. Case studies, examples, and exercises
are provided throughout. This e-book is intended for advanced-level students and researchers in
computer science and electrical engineering as a reference book. This handbook is also beneficial to
computer and system infrastructure designers, developers, business managers, entrepreneurs and
investors within the cloud computing related industry.
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HEAD FIRST EXCEL: A LEARNER’S GUIDE TO SPREADSHEETS
Do you use Excel for simple lists, but get confused and frustrated when it comes to actually doing
something useful with all that data? Stop tearing your hair out: Head First Excel helps you painlessly move
from spreadsheet dabbler to savvy user.
Whether you’re completely new to Excel or an experienced user looking to make the program work better
for you, this book will help you incorporate Excel into every aspect of your workflow, from a scratch pad for
data-based brainstorming to exploratory analysis with PivotTables, optimizing outcomes with Goal Seek,
and presenting your conclusions with sophisticated data visualizations.
Organize and clearly present information in a spreadsheet
Make calculations across a number of worksheets
Change your point of view with sorting, zooming, and filtering
Manipulate numerical data to extract and use just what you need
Leverage Excel as a grid-based layout program
Write formulas for optimal functionality
Nest formulas for more complex operations
Create sophisticated data visualizations with charts and graphs
Use Goal Seek to optimize possible outcomes based on different assumptions
Create summaries from large data sets for exploratory data analysis with PivotTables
We think your time is too valuable to waste struggling with new concepts. Using the latest research in
cognitive science and learning theory to craft a multi-sensory learning experience, Head First Excel uses
a visually rich format designed for the way your brain works, rather than a text-heavy approach that will put
you to sleep.
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HTML, XHTML and CSS For Dummies
The indispensable introductory reference guide to HTML, XHTML and CSS. Even though new technologies
enable people to do much more with the Web, in the end HTML, XHTML and CSS are still at the root of any
Web site. The newest edition of this bestselling guide is fully updated and revised for the latest
technology changes to the field, including HTML5 and CSS3. Illustrated in full color, this book provides
beginner and advanced coders the tools they need to be proficient at these programming languages.
Shows you how to create a Web page and formulate XHTML document structure
Addresses working with content management systems (WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla), and designing
for mobile devices (iPhone, BlackBerry, and Android)
Introduces HTML5 and CSS3, tools critical to mobile Web development
Reviews working with text, lists, and images, and customizing links
Demonstrates ways to employ cascading style sheets (CSS) and get creative with colors and fonts
Details integrating scripts with XHTML and understanding deprecated HTML markup tags.
This vast e-book contains 420 pages.
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HTML5 Guidelines for Web Developers
In HTML5 Guidelines for Web Developers, two pioneering web developers provide a comprehensive guide
to HTML5’s powerful new elements and techniques through compact, practical, easy-to-understand
examples. You’ll discover just how much you can do with HTML5—from programming audio/video playback
to integrating geographical data into pages and applications.
This concise, friendly reference is packed with tips, tricks, and samples for making the most of HTML5
with JavaScript and the DOM. The authors present “pure HTML5” examples that are supported by browsers
right now, and they share realistic insights into the challenges of leading-edge HTML5 development. All
examples are available for download, with links to web resources for new information and specification
updates. Topics covered include
Browser support: What you can (and can’t) do with HTML5 today
HTML5 document structure and semantics
Intelligent forms, including new input types, elements, and client-side validation
The “video” and “audio” elements, and scripting media solutions
Advanced graphics with Canvas and SVG
Geolocation in the browser, including location tracking via Google Maps
Web storage, offline web applications, WebSockets,and Web Workers
Embedding sematic markup with Microdata and the Microdata DOM API
Implementing drag-and-drop with the “draggable” attribute
New global attributes: “data-*,” “hidden,” “contenteditable,” “spellcheck,” and more
If you’re a web developer or designer with at least basic knowledge of HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, this book
is all you need to masterHTML5—and get to the cutting edge of web development
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I.T.PROGRAMMING for Common Man
This e-book contains the following topics:
Word 2010 – Introduction and Advanced in 3 Volumes of 408 pages
Excel 2010 – Introduction and Advanced in 3 volumes of 484 pages
Power Point 2010 Advanced
Access 2010 in 4 volumes of 507 pages
Outlook 2010 in 3 volumes of 328 pages
Project 2010 – Introduction and Advanced in 3 volumes of 301 pages
Visio 2010
Publisher 2010 in 2 volumes of 190 pages
Word 2007 – Introduction and Advanced in 4 volumes of 410 pages
MS Office Excel 2007
MS Office Power Point
Gentle Introduction to Mathematics for Computer
C Programming in Linux
An introduction to Java Programming in 4 volumes of 542 pages
Object oriented programming using C#
Object oriented programming using Java
Application of Prolog
Prolog Techniques
Artificial Intelligence in 4 volumes of 761 pages
Digital Image Processing in 2 volumes of 163 pages
Digital System Design
Pearl for Beginners
Understanding Computer Simulations
Visual Event Computing
Exercises on Relational Data Base Theory
Fundamentals of Media Theory
Introduction to Biological Signal Analysis
Large Scale Data Handling in Biology
Media and Cultural Theory
MS Office Word
Policing Cyber Crimes
Trends in Business Information Management solutions for hands on exercises
Developing an Internet Marketing Strategies
Internet Marketing
Law for Computing Students
Total number of pages of this e-book is 7504.
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Introduction to Java Programming, Comprehensive,
8th Edition
You use word processors to write documents, Web browsers to explore the Internet, and email programs to
send email. These are all examples of software that runs on computers. Software is developed
using programming languages. There are many programming languages—so why Java? The answer is that
Java enables users to develop and deploy applications on the Internet for servers, desktop computers, and
small hand-held devices. The future of computing is being profoundly influenced by the Internet, and
Java promises to remain a big part of that future. Java is the Internet programming language. You are about
to begin an exciting journey, learning a powerful programming language. At the outset, it is helpful to
review computer basics, programs, and operating systems and to become familiar with number systems.
This comprehensive version covers fundamentals of programming, object-oriented programming,
GUI programming, algorithms and data structures, concurrency, networking, internationalization, advanced
GUI, database, and Web programming. It is designed to prepare students to become proficient
Java programmers.
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iPad All-in-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Packed with the power of a MacBook, iPod touch, eReader, digital camera, portable game console and so
much more, the iPad is an awesome device. And, the business world has certainly taken notice. The iPad
is moving into the enterprise where power users and professionals alike are using the device to increase
their productivity and work smarter at the office and on the go. Long-time For Dummies author Nancy
Muir walks you through the latest functions, features, and capabilities of the iPad and iPad 2 in six easyto-understand minibooks covering setting up and synching your iPad; using the iWork applications; printing
from your iPad; managing your contacts and calendar; accessing your e-mail and the web; making
FaceTime video calls; using your iPad as a presentation tool; and finding the best apps for travel, news,
weather, finances, and business productivity.
Six full-color minibooks include: iPad Basics, Just for Fun, iPad on the Go, Getting Productive with iWork,
Using iPad to Get Organized, and Must-Have iPad Apps
Covers the newest iPad 2 features including FaceTime, Photo Booth, Smart Covers, HD video and cameras,
video mirroring, and HDMI output
Shows you how to use iWork and other productivity apps to dress up your documents, create
stellar spreadsheets, add pizzazz to your presentations, and maintain your schedule on the run
Walks you through connecting with WiFi and 3G; using Maps for directions and places to stay when you’re
away from the office; keeping in touch with e-mail and social networking; and using your iPad as a
remote desktop while you’re on the road
Includes information on having a little fun, too, with tips on loading your iPad or iPad 2 with music,
movies, photos, e-books, games, apps, and more
Filled with no-nonsense basics and slick and savvy tips, iPad All-in-One For Dummies, Second Edition is the
best accessory you’ll ever buy for your iPad or iPad 2!
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Java Foundations: Introduction to Program Design &
Data Structures, 2nd Edition
Inspired by the success of their best-selling introductory programming text, Java Software Solutions,
authors Lewis, DePasquale, and Chase now release Java Foundations, Second Edition. This text is
a comprehensive resource for instructors who want a two-or three-semester introduction to
programming textbook that includes detail on data structures topics. Java Foundations introduces a
Software Methodology early on and revisits it throughout to ensure students develop sound
program development skills from the beginning. Control structures are covered before writing classes,
providing a solid foundation of fundamental concepts and sophisticated topics.
Java: An Introduction to Problem Solving and
Programming, 6th Edition
Java: An Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming, 6e, is ideal for introductory Computer
Science courses using Java, and other introductory programming courses in departments of Computer
Science, Computer Engineering, CIS, MIS, IT, and Business. Students are introduced to objectoriented programming and important concepts such as design, testing and debugging, programming
style, interfaces inheritance, and exception handling. The Java coverage is a concise, accessible introduction
that covers key language features. Objects are covered thoroughly and early in the text, with an emphasis
on application programs over applets.
Updated for Java 7, the Sixth Edition contains additional programming projects, case studies, and VideoNotes.
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Kentico CMS 5 Website Development: Beginner’s Guide
This book is written in a clear, easy-to-understand, and practical tutorial style taking the reader
through relevant, real-world examples that can be put into practice immediately. Each topic is written in
a practical way and is developed incrementally throughout the book. As the book progresses each
chapter provides more detailed information to aid the reader in learning and understanding more about
Kentico CMS and how to complete the tasks they need to build a dynamic, scalable, and responsive website.
This book is designed for web developers, designers, webmasters, content editors, and marketing
professionals who want to develop a fully featured web presence in a simple and straightforward process.
No prior knowledge of Kentico CMS is expected. You do not require any detailed knowledge of programming
or web development in order to follow this book. Any IT-confident individual will be able to use the book
to produce an easy-to-navigate and usable website.
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JavaScript Web Applications
Building rich JavaScript applications that bring the desktop experience to the Web is now possible, thanks
to powerful JavaScript engines and the CSS3 and HTML5 specifications. The key is moving state from the
server to the client side, but that’s no simple task. This book takes you through all the steps necessary to
create state-of-the-art JavaScript applications, including structure, templating, frameworks, communicating
with the server, and many other issues.
Through practical, tutorial-based explanations, you learn how to create JavaScript applications that offer a
much more responsive and improved experience. You’ll work hands-on with an example application
throughout the book to learn the concepts involved.
Explore MVC and how to best structure and manage dependencies inside your application
Get an introduction to templating and data binding
Learn about loading remote data, Ajax Level 2 and cross-domain requests
Use WebSockets and Node to create realtime applications
Accept dropped files and upload data with progress indicators
Learn about major frameworks and libraries, including jQuery, JavaScriptMVC and Backbone
Write tests and use the console to debug your applications
Get deployment best practices, such as caching and minification
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Learn Computer Programmes for Office Use
This e-book explains how to make use of the following programmes for office purpose:
Word 2010
Excel 2010
Power Point 2010
Access 2010
Project 2010
Publisher 2010
Visio 2010
and Bonus e-book:
Strategic Financial Management
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Mastering Photoshop for Web Design [Kindle Edition
Mastering Photoshop is written for advanced and intermediate designers who want to brush up on their
workflow and improve their Photoshop skills. The eBook explains fundamental techniques that Web
designers need to know to produce high-quality work in Photoshop. You won’t find any generic step-bystep tutorials or learn random effects. You will gain a profound understanding of what you can do with
Photoshop and how to use it effectively in your work. All chapters have undergone a careful technical review
by well-known designer, illustrator and speaker Elliot Jay Stocks. The book was proofread by our
regular proofreader Andrew Lobo, and it has an attractive layout.
The author Thomas Giannattasio is an interactive designer who resides in the Washington DC metro area.
He specializes in Web design and front-end development, particularly art direction, website design
and application design, and has 14 years of experience. Thomas cares strongly about typography, simplicity
and user experience. He works as a senior designer for a global marketing firm and freelances under the
name attasi.
Thomas’ articles on Smashing Magazine prove his expertise in Photoshop: The Ails of Typographic AntiAliasing and Unknown Photoshop Tricks and Time-Savers are two of the most useful Photoshop-related
articles that Smashing Magazine, a leading online magazine for professional Web designers and developers,
has published over the years.
Microsoft Access 2010: Complete
Microsoft Office Access 2010: Complete provides a project-based, step-by-step approach to successfully
teach students Microsoft Access 2010 skills.
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Microsoft Excel for Stock and Option Traders: Build Your
Own Analytical Tools
Now that high-speed traders dominate the market, yesterday’s slower-paced analysis strategies are
virtually worthless. To outperform, individual traders must discover fleeting market trends and inefficiencies
and act on them before they disappear.
Five years ago, this required multimillion-dollar data mining and analytical infrastructures. Today, you can do
it with Microsoft Excel, a powerful PC, and this book.
Step by step, world-class trader Jeff Augen shows how to use Excel 2007 or 2010 to uncover hidden
correlations and reliable trade triggers based on subtle anomalies and price distortions…create and test
new hypotheses others haven’t considered…visualize data to reveal insights others can’t see!
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Microsoft Project 2010 Inside Out
You’re beyond the basics, so dive right in and really put your project management skills to work! This
supremely organized reference packs hundreds of timesaving solutions, troubleshooting tips, and
workarounds. It’s all muscle and no fluff. Discover how the experts tackle Project 2010—and challenge
yourself to new levels of mastery.
Take charge of the project triangle—time, money, and scope—to balance your plan Enable collaboration
among team members, sponsors, and other project stakeholders Manually schedule tasks or use the
automatic scheduling engine Track and control your project using earned value analysis Create pivot views
of project data with Microsoft Excel® 2010 and Visio® 2010 Manage project activities in an enterprise
project-management environment Apply your experience to future projects by creating your own
custom templates
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Facebook and Twitter For Seniors For Dummies
Table of Contents:Introduction
Part1:
Shelter seek: so you can find your home
Selecting an empowering environment
The face of emotions
Home hunting
Shelter seeking today
Part-2:
Care solicit:so you can protect your vulnerabilities
Protecting your vulnerabilities
The benefits of vulnerability
The importance of ghost busters
Care soliciting today
Part-#:
Care give: so you can develop the future
Developing the future
I gave at the office
Care giving today
Part-4:
Beautify: so you can pull people toward you
Pulling people toward you
Beautify today
Broadly attractive
Part 5:
Coop: so you can get people working together
Team game
Interaction: play ball!
Stimulating co-operation
Co-op today
Part-6:
Curious: so you can stay ahead of the pack
Accelerating your learning
Becoming a curious George/Georgette
Curiousity every day
Curiosity satisfied
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Microsoft Office 365: Connect and Collaborate
Virtually Anywhere, Anytime
Train. Coffee shop. Soccer field. Now you can connect, collaborate, and get things done—virtually anywhere
—using Microsoft Office 365. Guided by business productivity expert Katherine Murray, you’ll get a running
start with Office 365 cloud-based business services. And you’ll take wing as you learn best practices
for connecting the people and resources you need, and orchestrating the results you want.
Connect, collaborate, consult, and create from virtually anywhere
Set up your Office 365 site, manage access, and add mobile devices
Create, edit, and share documents on the fly
Share files, calendars, and updates from your team site
Manage email, contacts, and appointments with the Outlook® Web App
Stay connected via instant messaging, voice, chat, and social media
Host live web meetings incorporating audio, video, and slide presentations
Create a public website to share information with clients and customers
Use workflows to collectively track project tasks and progress
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Microsoft Publisher 2010: Introductory
MICROSOFT PUBLISHER 2010: INTRODUCTORY provides a project-based, step-by-step approach to
teaching Publisher 2010.
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MICROSOFT WORD 2007 GUIDE
This e-book focuses on how best to solve various problems in word, rather than a point to point examination
of all the functions in word, it is based on typical tasks and problems you might need to solve.First you will
learn how to navigate in the programme and tackle basic tasks, such as writing letters and reports, and
creating a nice layout. At the more advanced stages, you will learn how to mail merge (combine a
word document with a spreadsheet) and use the proofing tools. Finally, we are going to take a look at the
many exciting possibilities to add different kinds of pictures and graphics, and how to quickly and smoothly
place your pictures where you want them. When you have read this e-book, and performed the
various exercises, you will be a capable Word user. You will be well equipped to deal with all everyday
tasks, and to explore the programme further on your own.
This ebook contains 100 pages.
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Mobile Opportunistic Networks: Architectures, Protocols
and Applications
The widespread availability of mobile devices coupled with recent advancements in networking capabilities
make opportunistic networks one of the most promising technologies for next-generation mobile
applications. Are you ready to make your mark?
Featuring the contributions of prominent researchers from academia and industry, Mobile
Opportunistic Networks: Architectures, Protocols and Applications introduces state-of-the-art research
findings, technologies, tools, and innovations. From fundamentals to advanced concepts, the book provides
the comprehensive technical coverage of this rapidly emerging communications technology you need to
make contributions in this area.
The first section focuses on modeling, networking architecture, and routing problems. The second
section examines opportunistic networking technologies and applications. Presenting the latest in
modeling opportunistic network connection structures and pairwise contacts, the text discusses the
fundamentals of opportunistic routing. It reviews the most-popular routing protocols and introduces a
routing protocol for delivering data with load balancing and reliable transmission capabilities.
Details an approach to analyzing user behavior based on realistic data in opportunistic networks
Presents analytical approaches for mobility and heterogeneous connections management in mobile
opportunistic networks
Compares credit-based incentive schemes for mobile wireless ad hoc networks and challenged networks
Discusses the combined strengths of cache-based approaches and Infostation-based approaches
Addressing key research challenges and open issues, this complete technical guide reports on the
latest advancements in the deployment of stationary relay nodes on vehicular opportunistic networks. It
also illustrates the use of the service location and planning (SLP) technique for resource utilization with quality
of service (QoS) constraints in opportunistic capability utilization networks. The book introduces a
novel prediction-based routing protocol, and supplies authoritative coverage of communication
architectures, network algorithms and protocols, emerging applications, industrial and professional
standards, and experimental studies—including simulation tools and implementation test beds.
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MODERN WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
We’re seeing better interaction design and more aesthetically pleasing designs. And we’re seeing more
personal, engaging and memorable sites, too. But what exactly is making the difference? What new directions
is Web design heading in today? What new techniques, concepts and ideas are becoming important? This
eBook contains 16 articles that cover current as well as upcoming Web design trends. It also includes facts
on responsive Web design, improving Web security, useful coding tips and practices for HTML5 and CSS3,
and much more! This eBook on ‘Modern Web Design and Development’ touches on what Web designers
should be ready for to keep abreast of new challenges and opportunities.
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Moodle 2.0 for Business Beginner’s Guide
In this Beginner’s Guide, each chapter looks at a different aspect of using Moodle in a business environment,
and steadily guides the reader through setting Moodle up in their own business with the help of
practical examples, accompanied by lots of screenshots. Each chapter also includes case studies from
well-known companies that have already implemented Moodle. If you are responsible for training,
recruitment, or maintaining any guidelines within your company, then this book is for you. No
previous experience withMoodle is necessary as the examples are easy to follow.
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New Perspectives on HTML and XHTML: Comprehensive
This best-selling text by Patrick Carey uses the New Perspectives Series signature case-based, problemsolving approach to teach students how to create simple to advanced Web sites using HTML and XHTML.
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Office 2010 All in One For Dummies
Microsoft Office, the world’s leading productivity suite, has been updated with new tools. Veteran Office users
as well as newcomers will need the comprehensive information in this bestselling All-in-One guide.
With a self-contained minibook devoted to each Office application plus minibooks on how Office works
together and how you can expand its usefulness, Office 2010 All-in-One For Dummies gets you up to speed
and answers the questions you’ll have down the road.
Microsoft Office is the office productivity suite used around the globe; nearly every business worker encounters
it daily
The 2010 revision will affect all applications in the suite
Eight minibooks cover Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher, common Office tools, and ways
to expand Office productivity
Also covers the new online versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as changes to the interface and
new tools and techniques
Office 2010 All-in-One For Dummies makes it easy to learn to use Office and gets you up and running on all
the changes and enhancements in Office 2010.
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Office 2010 For Dummies
Spend less time figuring out Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access and more time working on
actual projects with this new edition of Office 2010 For Dummies. Filled with straightforward, friendly
instruction, this book gets you thoroughly up to speed, and it actually makes doing Office work fun!
First learn all the basics, then how to add more bells and whistles, including how to spice up your
Word documents, edit Excel spreadsheets and create formulas, add sound to your PowerPoint presentation,
and much more.
§ Helps you harness the power of Microsoft Office 2010 and all of its new functionality; the book covers
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access
§ Explains and instructs in the straightforward, friendly, For Dummies style that makes instruction
more accessible and skill-building easier
§ Covers typing and formatting text in Word and spicing up your documents
§ Shows you how to navigate and edit an Excel spreadsheet, create formulas, and chart and analyze Excel data
§ Demonstrates how to create a PowerPoint presentation and add color, sound, and pictures
§ Explores Outlook, including configuring e-mail, storing contacts, organizing tasks, scheduling your time,
and setting appointments
§ Delves into designing Access databases, including editing, modifying, searching, sorting, and querying;
also covers viewing and printing reports, and more
Be ready to take full advantage of Microsoft Office 2010 with this fun and easy guide.
This is an e-book. This e-book contains 436 pages.
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OFFICE 2010: GUIDE, MANUAL & COURSE
This e-book contains the programs Office 2010:- Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Publisher, Project and
Visio; and this e-book serves as guide, manual and course for all these programs. Both introduction
and advanced courses are available in the same e-book. These manuals are to be used as reference
following the introductory level of the training in the same e-book, These guides cover all the topics taught
and aim to act as support aids for any tasks carried out by the user after the course. Moreover, this ebook contains another very important subject for every office viz “ Strategic Financial Management”
and "Exercises on Strategic Financial Management". This e-book covers all the mentioned subjects
exhaustively in 3010 pages.
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Photoshop Elements 4 Just the Steps For Dummies
Photoshop Elements 4 is the fast, easy, and inexpensive way to get studio-quality results from your
digital images. You can * Correct color, exposure, and lighting * Fix red-eye and other flaws * Use image
layers to alter the look of a photo * Change the background * Make albums, display photos online, or print
your pictures * Do almost everything you can do with Photoshop CS
This book is organized into five parts. The following sections introduce each one.
Part I: Acquiring and Organizing Images The first thing you need to know about working in Photoshop
Elements is how to get photos into your computer. This first section describes acquiring photos from a variety
of sources including digital cameras, digital scanners, mobile phones, CD/DVD ROMs, and media storage
devices. If you have a great number of photos you copy to your hard drive, you’ll want to find out all
the organization opportunities provided by Photoshop Elements that we cover in this part.
Part II: Fixing Photos Just about any photo you acquire from any source requires you to enhance the images
for brightness controls, color balance, removal of dust and scratches, and other anomalies you might find.
Look to this part to discover the best way to make image enhancements.
Part III: Editing Techniques Whether it be applying an effect, merging photos, adding some text to
a photograph, or a host of other edits you want to apply to your photos, this part covers it all.
Part IV: Outputting Photos You take a photo with a digital camera, scan a photo on your scanner, or acquire
a photo from another source and make edits to the photo. When you finish editing an image, the next
logical step is to show the image either on screen or in a print. This part covers preparing images for
screen viewing in slide shows, on Web browsers, or with other screen viewers. This part also covers printing
your files locally on your own desktop printer or prepping and sending them to a commercial photo lab printer.
Part V: Working with Creations Photoshop Elements 4 is really two programs in one package: The original
photo editor that was simply Photoshop Elements prior to version 3 and the former Adobe Photoshop
Album program. Photoshop Album is fully integrated in Photoshop Elements 4, where you find tools
and commands to help you create cards, calendars, slide shows, TV videodiscs, and more. This section covers
all the marvelous features for assembling a number of different creations.
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Practical Microsoft Office 2010
PRACTICAL OFFICE 2010 provides clear instruction on the basics of the Microsoft Office 2010 suite.
Concise lessons within each chapter, usually one page in length, are presented in an appealing Frequently
Asked Questions format and include full-color screenshots or diagrams. This textbook comes with a
robust BookOnCD, which is a digital version of the textbook that “brings the book to life” with videos,
animated diagrams, software tours, and assessment opportunities that can be graded and tracked. Students
are given the opportunity to get plenty of practice with 30 projects in the back of the book.
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Professional ASP.NET Design Patterns
This unique book takes good ASP.NET (MVC/Webforms) application construction one
step further by emphasizing loosely coupled and highly cohesive ASP.NET web
application architectural design. Each chapter
addresses a layer in an enterprise ASP.NET (MVC/Webforms) application and shows
how proven patterns, principles, and best practices can be leveraged to solve problems
and improve the design of your code. In addition, a professional-level, end-to-end case
study is used to show how to use best practice design patterns and principles in a
real website.
Professional ASP.NET Design Patterns:
All patterns and principles are applicable to ASP.NET MVC and ASP.NET Web forms
Demonstrates how to use the Gang of Four design patterns to improve your ASP.NET code
Shows how Fowler’s Enterprise patterns and the S.O.L.I.D. design principles fit into
an enterprise-level ASP.NET site
Provides details on how to layer an ASP.NET application and separate your concerns
and responsibilities
Details AJAX patterns using JQuery and Json, and messaging patterns with WCF
Shares best practice tools for ASP.NET such as AutoMapper, NHibernate, StructureMap,
Entity Framework, and Castle MonoRail
Uncovers tips for separating a site’s UX and presentation layer using MVC, MVP and the
Front Controller patterns
Features code examples that are applicable to all versions of ASP.NET
This book features C# code examples in ASP.NET MVC and ASP.NET Web forms.
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Professional NOSQL
THE GROWTH OF USER-DRIVEN CONTENT has fueled a rapid increase in the volume and type of data that
is generated, manipulated, analyzed, and archived. In addition, varied newer sets of sources, including
sensors, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), automated trackers and monitoring systems, are generating a lot
of data. These larger volumes of data sets, often termed big data, are imposing newer challenges
and opportunities around storage, analysis, and archival. In parallel to the fast data growth, data is
also becoming increasingly semi-structured and sparse. This means the traditional data management
techniques around upfront schema defi nition and relational references is also being questioned. The quest
to solve the problems related to large-volume and semi-structured data has led to the emergence of a class
of newer types of database products. This new class of database products consists of column-oriented
data stores, key/value pair databases, and document databases. Collectively, these are identifi ed as
NoSQL. The products that fall under the NoSQL umbrella are quite varied, each with their unique sets of
features and value propositions. Given this, it often becomes diffi cult to decide which product to use for the
case at hand. This book prepares you to understand the entire NoSQL landscape. It provides the
essential concepts that act as the building blocks for many of the NoSQL products. Instead of covering a
single product exhaustively, it provides a fair coverage of a number of different NoSQL products. The
emphasis is often on breadth and underlying concepts rather than a full coverage of every product API.
Because a number of NoSQL products are covered, a good bit of comparative analysis is also included. If you
are unsure where to start with NoSQL and how to learn to manage and analyze big data, then you will fi nd
this book to be a good introduction and a useful reference to the topic.
WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR
Developers, architects, database administrators, and technical project managers are the primary audience of
this book. However, anyone savvy enough to understand database technologies is likely to fi nd it useful.
The subject of big data and NoSQL is of interest to a number of computer science students and researchers
as well. Such students and researchers could benefi t from reading this book. Anyone starting out with big
data analysis and NoSQL will gain from reading this book.
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Professional Web Design
This book presents guidelines for professional Web development, including communicating with clients,
creating a road map to a successful portfolio, rules for professional networking and tips on designing
user interfaces for business Web applications. The book shares expert advice, and it also helps you learn how
to respond effectively to design criticism, use storytelling for a better user experience and apply color theory
to your professional designs.
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Programming Like a Pro for Teens
Are you ready to learn how to program a computer? You’ll do just that in this book. PROGRAMMING LIKE A
PRO FOR TEENS is written in a friendly, unassuming voice that makes it possible for you to master the ideas
and concepts that professionals use for programming every day. You learn algorithmic thinking and
problem-solving in addition to the C++ language. This book takes a different approach than others that
teach programming. It focuses on problem-solving techniques and thought processes and introduces features
at your level of complexity. Introductory problem-solving techniques pave the way toward increasingly
more advanced techniques. This approach allows you to engage in meaningful programming experiences early
in the book, which motivates you to continue. Solutions to end-of-chapter exercises, source code, and
other learning materials are included on the companion website.
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Python 3 Web Development Beginner’s Guide
Part of Packt’s Beginner’s Guide Series, this book follows a sample application, with lots of screenshots, to
help you get to grips with the techniques as quickly as possible. Moderately experienced Python
programmers who want to learn how to create fairly complex, database-driven, cross browser compatible
web apps that are maintainable and look good will find this book of most use. All key technologies except
for Python 3 are explained in detail.
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Sams Teach Yourself Adobe InDesign 1.5 in 24 Hours Book
Sams Teach Yourself Adobe InDesign 1.5 in 24 Hours addresses each feature of Adobe's InDesign 1.5 in
a proven tutorial method. The uniqueness of this book stems from the author's in-depth knowledge of the
print industry. This book focuses on using InDesign in a professional environment rather than to produce
simple documents at home or in a small office. Sams Teach Yourself InDesign in 24 Hours speaks to
design professionals who need thorough expert tips, solid information on pre-press and PDF, and
specialized advice on how to deploy InDesign in a PageMaker and/or Quark environment. This book is
intended for everyone: from beginners who have never created a single layout, to intermediate level
graphic artists looking to learn a new software package. Although this book covers some basic concepts
of “electronic publishing,” the focus is on learning the software quickly. Stepping through each lesson,
beginners will learn basic design concepts while learning the software, whereas the accomplished artist
can quickly learn by example how to use the tools.
How This Book Is Organized
Part I, “Getting Started with Adobe InDesign” (Hours 1–5), pretty much, as you would expect, starts at
the beginning. What are the tools that InDesign puts at your disposal? How are the menus organized? What
do the palettes do? How do you go about creating a new document? How do you create and manage pages?
Part II, “Working with Text” (Hours 6–8), explores the wealth of typesetting tools that InDesign has given
would-be (and will-be) typesetters. How are fonts and type sizes applied? How does InDesign let you
create great-looking type?
Part III, “Working with Graphics” (Hours 9–12), kicks it up a notch, to coin a phrase. In this section, you’ll
learn how to create your own graphics using InDesign’s extensive array of professional drawing tools. You’ll
also learn how to import graphic files that were created with other programs, and how text and graphics
work together to make pages dynamic.
Part IV, “Working with Color” (Hours 13–16), begins with simply applying colors to objects and
continues through the more crucial considerations of professional color output. What is CMYK? What is
RGB? Should you do your own trapping? You’ll also be able to answer that age-old question, “Why doesn’t
my printed output match what I see on the screen?”
Part V, “InDesign Output” (Hours 17–21), What goes in must come out—and here is where you’ll explore all
the things you can do with your InDesign documents, from setting up a desktop printer, to preparing files
for service bureau output. You’ll also learn how to export your files as PDFs, and even how to repurpose
your pages as Web pages. 2 Sams Teach Yourself Adobe InDesign 1.5 in 24 Hours
Part VI, “Advanced InDesign” (Hours 22–24), takes InDesign outside the box, so to speak. How can
you customize InDesign so that it provides a comfortable work environment? How can you share files
and resources with others in workgroups? How does InDesign function in a cross-platform environment?
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Sams Teach Yourself C++ in 24 Hours
Congratulations! By reading this sentence, you are already 20 seconds closer to learning C++, one of the
most important programming languages in the world. If you continue for another 23 hours, 59 minutes, and
40 seconds, you will master the fundamentals of the C++ programming language. Twenty-four 1-hour
lessons cover the fundamentals, such as managing I/O, creating loops and arrays, using objectoriented programming with templates, and creating C++ programs. All of this has been organized into
well-structured, easy-to-follow lessons. There are working projects that you create—complete with output
and an analysis of the code—to illustrate the topics of the hour. Syntax examples are clearly marked for
handy reference. To help you become more proficient, each hour ends with a set of common questions
and answers. You don’t need any previous experience in programming to learn C++ with this book. This
book starts with the basics and teaches you both the language and the concepts involved with programming C
++. Whether you are just beginning or already have some experience programming, you will find that this
book makes learning C++ fast and easy.
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Sams Teach Yourself Facebook for Business in 10 Minute
Sams Teach Yourself Facebook® for Business in 10 Minutes gives you straightforward, practical answers
when you need fast results. By working through its 10-minute lessons, you’ll learn how to profit from
Facebook’s powerful new business tools: Facebook Pages, Places, Deals, Ads, and more! Tips point out
shortcuts and solutions; Cautions help you avoid common pitfalls; Notes provide additional information.
10 minutes is all you need to learn how to…
Define your Facebook-centric online business strategy
Plan and create your “business-friendly” personal Facebook page
Create a Facebook Page, also known as a “fan page,” for your business
Build your Wall with customer-focused status updates
Create more effective Info, Photos, and Discussions tabs
Find and install Apps that can help your business
Claim and edit your Facebook Places page, and get customers to “check in”
Plan, target, write, and design low-cost Facebook Ads that work
Promote your Facebook presence and track its impact
Offer Facebook Deals that attract new customers
Avoid common Facebook business mistakes
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Sams Teach Yourself HTML and CSS in 24 Hours, 8th Edition
In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, you can learn how to use HTML and CSS to design, create, and
maintain world-class web sites. Using a clear, down-to-earth approach, each lesson builds upon the
previous one, allowing even complete beginners to learn the essentials from the ground up. Full-color
figures and clear step-by-step instructions help you learn quickly. Practical, hands-on examples show you how
to apply what you learn. Quizzes and Exercises help you test your knowledge and stretch your skills.
Learn how to…
Build your own web page and get it online in an instant
Format text for maximum clarity and readability
Create links to other pages and to other sites
Add graphics, color, and visual pizazz to your web pages
Work with transparent images and background graphics
Design your site’s layout and typography using CSS
Get user input with web-based forms
Publicize your site and make it search-engine friendly
Test a web site for compatibility with different browsers
Make your site easy to maintain and update as it grows
Free Access to Online Learning Lab
Register your book at informit.com/register for free, exclusive access to the Online Learning Lab to
supplement this book’s lessons:
Video walkthroughs to show you how to complete the step-by-step examples in the book
Fast and fun online quizzes to test your understanding of each lesson
Updates or corrections as they become available
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Sams Teach Yourself the Twitter API in 24 Hours
In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, you’ll learn how to build great new social applications with the
latest versions of the Twitter API. Using this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach, you’ll discover
all you can do with the Twitter API, and master everything from the absolute basics to the newest
innovations. One step at a time, you’ll learn how to build Twitter clients and extend them with more power…
use advanced features like streaming and geotagging… even build mobile Twitter apps for iPhone and
Android! Each lesson builds on what you’ve already learned resulting in a fully functional Twitter
application, giving you a strong real-world foundation for success, even if you’re completely new to
Twitter development!
Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common Twitter API programming tasks.
Quizzes and Exercises at the end of each chapter help you test your knowledge. By the Way notes
present interesting information related to the discussion. Did You Know? tips offer advice or show you
easier ways to perform tasks. Watch Out! cautions alert you to possible problems and give you advice on how
to avoid them.
Learn how to…
Make the right upfront decisions in planning your application
Integrate Twitter support into existing sites, services, and applications
Set up your Twitter development environment
Make Twitter API calls, handle responses, and develop readers
Construct dynamic frameworks to efficiently generate and manage multiple API calls
Build basic clients and extend them to handle more powerful tasks
Securely access server resources with OAuth
Use Direct Messages, Lists, Search, and other Twitter API features
Enable users to control their accounts, establish favorites and friendships, send notifications, and
block individuals
Build location-based, geotagged applications with Twitter’s GEO API
Give users up-to-the-minute information about the hottest Twitter topics
Get started with Twitter development for iPhone and Android
Understand the future of Twitter API development
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Samsung galaxy tab for dummies
The Samsung Galaxy Tab puts a universe of technology right in your hands. And, if you’ve got a
Samsung Galaxy Tab, you’ve got a handful of cool features to explore. This For Dummies guide shows you
how to take full advantage of all this exciting new technology. In addition to tablet features you may already
be familiar with—web and e-mail access, music, camera, e-books, and much more—this book shows you how
to do video conferencing, video chat, find new apps, and take full advantage of the reach and popularity of
the Android operating system. Packed with practical how-tos, tips, and features, Samsung Galaxy Tab
For Dummies makes using your Tab easier.
Helps you get up to speed on the Samsung Galaxy Tab
Clarifies the basics of how to use it, how the technology works, how to configure everything, and how to make
it totally yours
Delivers a full slate of how-tos, tricks, features, and techniques, all in full color
Covers setup and configuration, texting, e-mailing, wireless networking, desktop synchronization, accessing
apps at the Android market, and more
Explores how to customize your Galaxy Tab, how to maintain it, and how to upgrade it with new software
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab offers the best of a computer, smartphone, gaming device, and more electronic
wizardry, all in one handheld package. Dan shows you around the Galaxy Tab in this easy-to-follow,
plain-English guide, explaining everything from how to get the Tab out of its box to typing with Swype
to emailing, texting, and configuring Facebook. Start now!
The Galaxy at your command — set up your Tab and your Google account, tour the Home screen, and
access apps
Communicate — work with contacts, manage your friends, send and receive multimedia messages, and
video-chat
Do everything else — explore your eBook library, play with pictures, enjoy music, and add apps
Stay connected — configure wireless or Bluetooth connections, share and sync files, and explore the media hub
Make it your own — customize and protect your Tab, lock screens, maintain the device, and
troubleshoot problems
Open the book and find:
Basic operating techniques
Swype typing tips
How to add friends to your Galaxy Tab
Advice on setting up Facebook and Twitter
Directions for Tango video chatting
How to transfer files, photos, and email
How to work with the Tab’s MicroSD card
Ten must-have apps to enhance the Galaxy Tab
Learn to:
Navigate the Galaxy Tab and download apps, movies, music, and more
Video-chat, read eBooks, and shoot cool photos and videos
Text, email, browse the Web, and keep up with social networks
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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Secrets
Tips, tricks, and little-known methods used by professional SEO consultants to rank in some of the
most competitive search phrases. Search engine optimization (SEO) is the process of creating, formatting
and promoting web pages in a manner that ensures that they are ranked highly for chosen keyword
phrases after a user performs a Web search. This unique book taps the relatively unknown market of
advanced SEO knowledge, and reveals secrets used by only the best SEO consultants.
You’ll take your Internet marketing skills to the next level as you gain a thorough understanding of standard
SEO techniques such as on-page optimization, off-page optimization, and link building. Packed with realworld examples, this essential guide demonstrates how real SEO consultants work with Fortune 500
companies to get the results they desire.
Explains the basics of search engine optimization (SEO) and how it enables a specific site to rank high in a
Web search based on particular keyword phrases
Shares little-known tricks and tips of SEO consultants that work with Fortune 500 companies
Demonstrates how to perform a professional SEO Web site audit
Reveals the techniques that current SEO leaders use to remain high in rankings
Divulges secrets for spying on your competitors’ ranking techniques
As the only book focused on the subject of SEO consulting, this must-have resource unveils secret tricks of
the trade.
From the Author: How to Get Your First Major SEO Client
I have worked with many of the webʼs most popular websites as an SEO consultant, and each of them
shared one infuriating trait. While their SEO problems were not that difficult, the process of getting them to
hire me was.
Before I can explain how I overcame this barrier, let me set the context. Large clients generally suffer
from many or all of the same difficulties:
The potential major client’s website scaled quickly but without SEO in mind. This makes going back and
working with a legacy Content Management System (CMS) very difficult.
• The amount of inbound links is no longer a problem, but optimally passing the value of those links
throughout the site is a problem.
• The production of content is no longer a problem, but that same content being duplicated across multiple
URLs is massively devaluing that same content’s value.
• Big organizations generally have very big websites. While the raw materials for a search engine optimized
site are there, the information architecture is not.
So how do you use this knowledge to get your first major SEO client? The answer is to create solutions to
these problems before the potential client even identifies they exist and then sell your services to them in
the correct way. Once you have done that, offer your solutions at a cheaper than market price (for your
first major client only!) and make it clear you have the follow through necessary to guide these changes
through their companies structure.
That sounds good but how do I establish myself as a trusted source? That is exactly the correct question!
Larger companies usually need hard data in order to make these decisions. This means you will need
appropriate case studies. Case studies pay dividends so always be sure to create them after working
with noteworthy clients. (I even recommend doing this in exchange for a lower price, if necessary.) Since in
this scenario, you haven’t already had a major client in the past, the best case study isn’t really a case study
at all. Use the potential clients site as an “in progress case study” and cite actual problems that exist on
their site today and show them the results your previous (although smaller) clients got in the past. Back this
up with inside information on how others have seen similar results at other major websites. The most
cost effective way to get that evidence is to take other SEOs who already worked with major clients out to
lunch or coffee in exchange for examples and anecdotes they experienced with past clients. This will both
help you become more knowledge and improve your ability to sell yourself.
This combination of pre-identifying the potential major clients’ problems, reassuring them that you have
the stamina to push the changes through their company structure, demonstrating the type of results they
will likely receive from working with you and basing all of that on case studies and actual examples make up
the system you need to get your first big SEO client. While this should get you the results you need, more
details are available in this book, Search Engine Optimization Secrets, in case you need more
detailed instructions. This system has worked for me and it has worked for others.
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SQL All-in-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition
SQL, or structured query language, is the international standard language for creating and maintaining
relational databases. It is the basis of all major databases in use today and is essential for the storage
and retrieval of database information. This fun and friendly guide takes SQL and all its related topics and
breaks it down into easily digestible pieces for you to understand. You’ll get the goods on relational
database design, development, and maintenance, enabling you to start working with SQL right away!
Provides an overview of the SQL language and examines how it is integral for the storage and retrieval
of database information
Includes updates to SQL standards as well as any new features
Explores SQL concepts, relational database development, SQL queries, data security, database tuning, and more
Addresses the relationship between SQL and programming as well as SQL and XML
If you’re looking for an up-to-date sequel to the bestelling first edition of SQL All-in-One For Dummies, then
this is the book for you!
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Step by Step Access 2010
Microsoft Access 2010 is a powerful relational database program that includes hundreds of tools you can use
to quickly start tracking, sharing, and reporting information, even if you are new to database
development. Users have access to a large library of professionally designed templates; wizards
that automatically create tables, forms, queries, and reports; and extensive local and online help
resources. Access supports sharing data with other sources, including other Microsoft Office 2010
programs, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows SharePoint Services, and documents in XML, HTML, XPS, and
PDF formats. Advanced features allow you to create sophisticated executable database applications that
your employees and customers can use to gather and view data without needing to know anything at all
about database design or development. This book gives you straightforward instructions for using Access
to create databases. It takes you from knowing little or nothing about Access—or, for that matter,
about databases—to a level of expertise that will enable.
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The Definitive Guide to Drupal 7
Written by active community members and contributors (some of the “brightest and most innovative minds
in the Drupal community,” to quote Angela Byron, Drupal 7 maintainer), the Definitive Guide to Drupal 7
covers the basics then quickly advances to in-depth exploration of the functionality and tools that make
Drupal so powerful for building web applications. Just as important, this book provides the reader with a guide
to participating in the Drupal community: an international, committed, rapidly growing community of
themers, developers, and open source advocates who write the modules, test the code, and work ceaselessly
to make Drupal great. The release of Drupal 7, with its dramatic improvements in usability and
system architecture, will take Drupal to a new level of popularity, and this book will help give you the
foundation and scaffolding to grow with Drupal.
With The Definitive Guide to Drupal 7, you will be able to:
Plan and build a complete Drupal site with core alone.
Extend Drupal’s functionality by selecting from thousands of modules.
Make your Drupal site look like anything you want with theming and jQuery.
Extend Drupal by coding your own modules.
Install Drupal in many environments.
Use essential tools such as Drush and Git to make your life easier.
Contribute to the Drupal community as an organizer or a coder
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The Essential Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your
First Website
By the end of this eBook, you will have a working website with multiple pages, including a main page, and
links to other pages and other sites. More importantly, you will know how to create, design and publish your
site so that you can design new sites any time you want.
There are fundamentally four elements all vital to the success of your online business.
Possessing the right attitude
· Having a website
· Having a product/products to market
· Being knowledgeable of how to market your product(s)
This eBook is designed to address the second element – your website.
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Web Design: Introductory Concepts and Techniques,
3rd Edition
This third edition explains the connection between a detailed design plan that considers audience needs,
site purpose, and various technical issues of a successful Web site. Written for an introductory course, the
text offers a variety of challenging written and hands-on activities at the end of each chapter that
test comprehension, build Web research skills and design awareness, and provoke thought regarding
current issues in technology. Web Design, Third Edition reveals useful design concepts and techniques
typically not addressed in HTML or Web authoring texts, and is written in a style that makes the
concepts presented easy to understand.
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Web-Design with HTML and CSS
Creating effective websites requires an understanding of design principles, as well as the underlying
technology that is used to deliver and display content to your audience. The Web Design with HTML and
CSS Digital Classroom provides the information you need to design, develop, publish, and maintain
websites. Whether you are just starting out in the field of web design, or are experienced with design tools
like Dreamweaver or Expression Web, you’ll find this book helpful at explaining the underlying concepts
for organizing, creating, and delivering web content
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and-running quickly. Although you can work through the lessons in this book in any sequence, we
recommend that you start in at the fi rst lesson and progress through the book in the
sequence in which they are presented. Each lesson includes detailed, step-by-step instructions,
background information, companion video tutorials, and lesson files. The Web Design with HTML and CSS
Digital Classroom is like having your own expert instructor guiding you through each lesson while you work
at your own pace. This book includes 12 self-paced lessons that let you discover essential skills, explore
web design, and learn HTML, CSS and image editing techniques that will save you time and allow you to
more easily create effective websites. You’ll become productive right away with real-world exercises and
simple explanations. Each lesson includes step-by-step instructions and lesson files available on the
Digital Classroom website at www.digitalclassroombooks.com/webdesign. The Web Design with HTML and
CSS Digital Classroom lessons are developed by the same team of instructors and experts who have
created many of the official training titles for companies such as Adobe Systems and Microsoft. Now you
can benefit from the expert instructors and clear, detailed instructions provided by the American
Graphics Institute team.
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Windows 7 Pocket Guide
There are thousands of customizations you can apply and this pocket guide only scratches the surface. First
go through the section, “Get Started” and once you have read the section, you are ready to explore the rest
of the book and personalize your machine to match your style. I am sure there is something here for
everyone, take a browse thro the contents page and see what strikes your interest. You do not need to read
this book in order. Feel free to explore.
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Word 2010 Simplified
This book teaches how to control the Conversation, command Attention, and convey the Right Message
— Without Saying a Word. You recognize the fact that the feelings people have about you and your work
are fundamentally based upon what is communicated by what they see you do. The use of effective
nonverbal communication can deliver unparalleled benefits to both you and your business, because
effective communication reaps positive results and creates value. This book will teach you the power behind
the world’s greatest communicators and the techniques and skill to make use of body language to win
your purpose and business.
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WordPress In Depth, 2nd Edition
WordPress has grown into the #1 blogging tool in its category: several million bloggers have downloaded
this powerful open source software, and millions more are using WordPress.com’s hosted services. Thirty-two
of Technorati’s Top 100 blogs now use WordPress. WordPress InDepth, 2/e, is a comprehensive reference
for everyone who wants to use either WordPress or WordPress.com more effectively — regardless of
their experience with WordPress or with blogging. It offers comprehensive guidance for every aspect of
using WordPress — from downloading, installing, and securing it through blog design, templates,
themes, posting entries, working with comments and email, and managing WordPress blogs. WordPress
software has moved from Version 2.9 to Version 3.0 and this new edition has been fully updated to reflect
the changes, including: -New look. The software has a more sophisticated look. Some menu items have
been moved around, and the font is different. -Menus editor. WordPress now allows users to create and
manage menus -Graphics editor. -New default theme. The look and functionality of the default theme
have changed -Merger of WordPress and WordPress Multi-User (WordPress MU) -Use of WordPress as a CMS.
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Self Learning of Microsoft Office Word 2007
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Get Rich with Twitter: Harness the Power of the
Twitterverse and reach more customers than ever before
This book will continue to serve you well, and you should be able to weather most
site modifications, but if ever you find you’ve reached a slowing point and want to chat
directly about applying the principles presented in this book. But now, turn the page and begin
to understand how Twitter can be the freshest and most effective tool that will help you
reach more customers (and new friends) in a way that is just as satisfying and meaningful for
you as it will be for your audience.
Self Learning of Microsoft Office Excel 2007
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Focus On Adobe Photoshop: Focus on the Fundamentals
This highly affordable, and inspiring guide walks photographers new to Photoshop through the end to
end Photoshop workflow. Starting from the moment you download your images off your memory
card, photographer Corey Hilz guides you through importing and organizing your photos in
Bridge, demonstrating how to give each photo ratings and keywords to make searching through your photos
a snap. He then details the basics of editing photos in both Camera Raw and Photoshop, including how to
correct exposure, make color and tonal adjustments, retouch flaws and imperfections, and much more.
He finishes the book with next steps: how to print that prized final image, upload it to social networking
sites, and create a slideshow or web gallery. Packed with gorgeous images, helpful screenshots, and
quality advice to teach the new or beginning user the fundamentals of the software, this guide is compatible
with any version of Photoshop. * No-nonsense end-to-end professional Photoshop workflow for
photographers who want to spend more time behind the lens, and less in front of a screen * Unique
approach tailored specifically for traditional ‘realistic’ photography in the digital age, tells the
working hotographer exactly what they need to know to get the best from their photos
* Clear format with emphasis on the visual aspect throughout, in a handy, affordable, pocket-sized guide
Getting Good with Javascript
What this book covers: in this chapter, you’ll get acquainted with what Javascript is and where it came
from. We’ll also talk about how to setr up an environment for coding Javascript. After all that, we’ll cover
the basics in Chapters 12 and 3. You’ll learn all about the core syntax; what to actually type. Chapter 4
will cover many best practices and important concepts for writing Javascript. The, in chapter 5. I’ll introduce
you to the basics of writing Javascript that interacts with web pages.
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LinkedIn For Dummies, 2nd Edition
When you know how to make the most of your profile, manage your contacts, and handle invitations
effectively, you’ll go far. With more than 70 million members, LinkedIn presents an invaluable opportunity
to make connections, find a job, get a better salary, market a business, attract investors, and much more.
This second edition offers new advice to help you market yourself, grow your business, and take
your professional network to all new levels. Veteran author Joel Elad introduces you to the key features
of LinkedIn and explains how LinkedIn works.
Explains how to join LinkedIn, build your profile, start your network, search and grow your network, request
and write recommendations, and keep track of your LinkedIn activities
Includes new and updated content on the latest LinkedIn features, tools, and trends in the market
Offers tips for finding a job, employees, professional services, potential investors, and more
Presents valuable advice for marketing yourself and your business, developing strategic partnerships,
and cultivating sales leads
Don’t be left out—get LinkedIn—and start networking with the tips and advice shared in LinkedIn For
Dummies, 2nd Edition!
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Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms
Computer terminology is constantly expanding, and the brand-new edition of this dictionary has been updated
to keep pace with the latest important innovations in computer science and technology. Emphasis is on
helpful information for non-technical home computer users. The book presents more than 3,200
computer-related terms with clear and succinct definitions. Revised features include up-to-date information
on Windows Vista, networking, data storage, video, computer security and ethics, and personal
computer hardware. Tables, charts, graphs, photos, and line illustrations.
This e-book of dictionary contains 560 pages.
Create Your own Web-site
This e-book is the essential step-by-step guide to create your own web-site first time. By the end of this ebook, you will have a working web-site with multiple pages, including a main page, and links to other pages
and sites. More importantly, you will know how to create, design and publish your site so that you can
design new sites at any time you want. This e-book contains 125 pages.
Google Adwords made easy
Simple, Fool-Proof Strategies You Can Use Right Away For Adwords Success...
The Code Book: How to Make It, Break It, Hack It, Crack It
Calling upon accounts of political intrigue and tales of life and death, author Simon Singh tells history’s
most fascinating story of deception and cunning: the science of cryptography–the encoding and decoding
of private information. Based on The Code Book: The Science of Secrecy from Ancient Egypt to
Quantum Cryptography, this version has been abridged and slightly simplified for a younger audience. None
of the appeal for curious problem-solving minds has been lost, though. From Julius Caesar to the 10thcentury Arabs; from Mary Queen of Scots to “Alice and Bob”; from the Germans’ Enigma machine to the
Navajo code talkers in World War II, Singh traces the use of code to protect–and betray–secrecy. Moving
right into the present, he describes how the Information Age has provided a whole new set of challenges
for cryptographers. How private are your e-mail communications? How secure is sending your credit
card information over the Internet? And how much secrecy will the government tolerate? Complex but
highly accessible, The Code Book will make readers see the past–and the future–in a whole new light. (Ages
14 and older).
Excel 2010 Financials Cookbook
Powerful techniques for financial organization, analysis, and presentation in Microsoft Excel. This book is
written for Financial Managers and those other individuals that must work with financial data,
including accounting and statistics. The adapted recipes can be used in a variety of occupations but will focus
on taking control of the financial data and information. This e-book covers: Chapter 1, Normalizing
Financial Data within Excel provides the information in a proper way to format an Excel spreadsheet. While
many sheets do not utilize the correct data structure, this chapter also provides methods of quickly
restructuring information into highly useable datasets. Chapter 2, Analyzing Financial Data—Staying in the
Grid provides you the tools for leveraging the built-in functionality of Excel and combining them to
make complex analysis as simple as a click of a button. Chapter 3, Moving Beyond the Grid—Financial Data
Via an Interface makes quick work of gathering and working with financial data. You will create user forms
and standalone applications harnessing Excel's calculation prowess. Chapter 4, Using Graphs for Financial
and Statistical Analysis allows you to analyze and present data in a meaningful and functional way
utilizing graphs that even Excel didn't know it could do. Chapter 5, Representing Data without Graphs will
take all of the analysis and presentation effectiveness of Excel graphs, and insert the information into
the worksheet without needing graphs. Chapter 6, Building Financial Functions into Excel will augment the
Excel toolset with user-defined functions broadening the abilities of Excel. Chapter 7, Augmenting
Excel Functions with Customized Data Mining provides the final tools for extracting meaningful.
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Excel 2010 Advanced
This e-book shall be taken as a reference book after learning the excel spreadsheet.
It has 256 pages.
Excel 2010 just the steps for Dummies
This book provides the tools you need to successfully tackle the potentially overwhelming challenge of
figuring out how to use Microsoft Excel. In this book, you discover how to create spreadsheets; however,
what you do with them is totally up to you. Your imagination is the only limit! This book is full of concise,
easy-to-understand steps designed to get you quickly up and running with Excel. I take you directly to the
steps for a desired task without all the jibber-jabber that’s often included in other books. Even if you’ve
used Excel in the past, Excel 2010 brings many new features and major changes to existing features. This
book helps ease the transition from earlier excel versions. This e-book contains 244 pages._
Google Power Search
The author writes: The search results you seek are about to rise to the top of the results, thanks to some
of Google’s search-refinement operators that I’ll talk about in Chapter 1. In Chapter 2, I’ll introduce you to
the world of Google’s advanced search operators, such as filetype:, intitle:, inurl: site:, and daterange:.
In Chapter 3, we will put our new search refinement tools into practice with a real-world example. We will
also address various features available from Google’s interface, such as Search Within Results, Similar
Pages, SafeSearch filtering, spelling corrections, “I’m Feeling Lucky,” and the Advanced Search page. Chapter
4 will cover Google’s many other search properties, including iGoogle, Google Reader, Google News,
Google Maps, Google Product Search, Google Groups, and Google Images, as well as some useful thirdparty sites powered by Google. In Chapter 5, three more Google gurus will weigh in with their opinions on
the best time-saving search strategies, query operators, Google sites, and more! In Chapter 6, we will
discuss some tools, operators, and tips that are particularly useful to Search Engine Optimization
(SEO) professionals in their quest for higher Google rankings for their websites.
Microsoft Office 2010 for Dummies
This book is targeted toward three distinct groups. First, there are the people already familiar with
Microsoft Office 2007 who want to catch up with the
new features of Office 2010. For these people, this book can serve as a handy reference to finding out how
to use the latest features. Second, there are people upgrading from an older version of Microsoft Office, such
as Office 2003 or Office XP. For these people, this book can serve as a gentle guide to help you make
the transition from traditional pull-down menus to the new “Ribbon” user interface. Finally, there might
be people who may have rarely (if ever) used any version
of Microsoft Office at all. For those people, this book can serve as a guide through word processing
(Microsoft Word), number calculations (Microsoft Excel), presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint),
database management (Microsoft Access), and managing your personal resources like time, appointments,
and e-mail (Microsoft Outlook). No matter how much (or how little) you may know about Microsoft Office,
this book can show you how to use the most common and most useful features of Office 2010 so you can
start being productive right away.
Microsoft Office 2007 Excel Guide
Nothing is difficult once you have learned it. That applies to Excel as well, and once you have learned it, you
will be able to do things you never dreamed of! You will be able, to make calculations more complex than
NASA did when they sent the first man to the moon! It may sound like big words, but in the case of Excel –
or spreadsheet programmes in general –it is quite true. Spreadsheets can process large amounts of data
and give you the calculation results in no time. And when the calculations are made, you can have
them presented as beautiful tables and graphs. This book has a number of progressive exercises that
illustrate what Excel can do. Of course you can just read through them, but I would advise you to sit down by
a computer and perform them as described. It is simply a much better way to learn, and it allows you
to experiment beyond the requirements of the exercises. This e-book contains 135 pages.
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Python Programming for Beginners
This book is meant to help you begin learning the basics of Python programming version 3 or later. It is a
brief introduction to Python. There are many resources for earlier versions of Python. When you are ready to
go deeper into Python, there are many excellent resources. This e-booklet contains 58 pages.
Sams Teach Yourself SAP
This book covers everything you need to become well acquainted with the core SAP products and
components that are often collectively referred to simply as SAP. Though this is a beginner’s book, it’s
provides the most well-rounded and current outlook on SAP today. As a career SAP professional, I’ve made
sure this book reflects the real world. I share what you need to know, understand, and do. The book begins
with the basics and by introducing terminology regarding SAP and its business applications,
technology underpinnings, and project implementation considerations. From there begins the process of
carefully building on your newfound knowledge to piece together the complex world of SAP. The pace of the
book is designed to provide a solid foundation up front so you can grasp the more advanced topics covered in
later hours. In this way, even a novice will quickly understand what it means to plan for, This book is for
people new to SAP as well as people interested in filling in some of their own SAP knowledge gaps.deploy,
and use SAP.
Guide for all the Programs of Microsoft-Office 2003, 2007
& 2010
If you need help using Microsoft Office programs, then we have just what you need. The free eBooks in
this category will guide you through all the widely used Microsoft Office programs. Become a master in
Excel, Word, Outlook, Power-point and Access of both 2007 and 2010.
This e-book is the collection of the following e-books:•
Excel 2003 Introduction: Part-1
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Excel 2003 Advanced
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Excel 2007
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Excel 2007 Introduction Part-1
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Excel 2007 Advanced: Part-1
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Excel 2007 Advanced: Par-2
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Excel 2010 Advanced
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Word
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Word 2003 Introduction
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Word 2003 Advanced
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Word 2007 Introduction: Part-1
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Word 2007 Introduction: Part-2
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Word 2007 Advanced: Part-1
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Word 2010 Introduction
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Power Point
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Power point 2003: Part-1
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Power Point 2003: Part-2
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Power Point 2007: Part-1
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Power point 2007: Part -2
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Power Point 2010 Advanced
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Access 2003
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Access 2003 Macros
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Access 2007: Part-1
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Access 2007: Part-2
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Access 2007: Part-3
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Access 2010: Part – 1
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Access 2010: Part-2
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Access 2010: Part-3
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Access 2010: Part:IV
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outlook 2003: Part-1
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Outlook 2003: Part-2
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Outlook 2007:Part-2
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Outlook 2010:Part-2
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Outlook 2010:Part-3
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Project 2003
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Project 2007
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Project 2010 Introduction: Part-1
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Project 2010 Introduction: Part-2
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Project 2010 Advanced
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Visio 2003
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Visio 2007
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Visio 2010
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Front Page 2003
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Publisher 2010: Part-1
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Publisher 2010: Part-2
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Google Beyond Google
This e-book contains 6505 pages in toto.
Always-Be-Testing: The Complete Guide to Google
Website Optimizer
If you’re looking for more leads, sales, and profit from your website, then look no further than this expert
guide to Google’s free A/B and multivariate website testing tool, Google Website Optimizer. Recognized
online marketing guru and New York Times bestselling author, Bryan Eisenberg, and his chief scientist,
John Quarto-vonTivadar, show you how to test and tune your site to get more visitors to contact you, buy
from you, subscribe to your services, or take profitable actions on your site. This e-book contains 338 pages.
Programming ASP.NET MVC 4: Developing Real-World
Web Applications with ASP.NET MVC
Learn how to build real-world applications with the ASP.NET MVC framework, using
powerful architecture patterns, and modern web technologies such as HTML 5 and jQuery. With
this hands-on guide, you��ll gain a complete understanding of this framework with examples
that demonstrate how various ASP.NET MVC 4 features work. You��ll also get valuable
code examples that you can directly apply to your own projects.
492 pages
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Cloud Architecture Patterns: Using Microsoft Azure
If your team is investigating ways to design applications for the cloud, this concise book introduces
11 architecture patterns that can help you take advantage of several cloud-platform services.
You��ll learn how each of these platform-agnostic patterns work, when they might be useful in
the cloud, and what impact they��ll have on your application architecture. You��ll also see
an example of each pattern applied to an application built with Windows Azure.
182 pages
Learning Android Application Programming for the Kindle
Fire: A Hands-On Guide to Building Your First
Android Application
Master Android? App Development for Amazon��s Bestselling Kindle Fire��Hands-On, Stepby-Step!
In this book, bestselling Android programming authors Lauren Darcey and Shane Conder teach
you every skill and technique you need to write production-quality apps for Amazon Kindle Fire,
the world��s hottest Android tablet. You��ll learn the very best way: by building a complete
app from start to finish. Every chapter builds on what you��ve already learned, helping
you construct, expand, and extend your working app as you move through the entire
development lifecycle. 362 pages
Learning JavaScript: A Hands-On Guide to the Fundamentals
of Modern JavaScript
Get Started Fast with Modern JavaScript Web Development!
With the arrival of HTML5, jQuery, and Ajax, JavaScript web development skills are more
valuable than ever! This complete, hands-on JavaScript tutorial covers everything you need to
know now. Using line-by-line code walkthroughs and end-of-chapter exercises, top web developer
and speaker Tim Wright will help you get results fast, even if you��ve never written a line
of JavaScript before.
360 pages
Predictive Analytics: Microsoft Excel
The movie Moneyball made predictive analytics famous: Now you can apply the same techniques
to help your business win. You don��t need multimillion-dollar software: All the tools you need
are available in Microsoft Excel, and all the knowledge and skills are right here, in this book!
304 pages
Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer Study Guide
Comprehensive review of Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer Certification objectives.
In-depth understanding of Java through the examination of objects and methods
Extensive code examples and figures to illustrate key concepts in Java SE 7 including memory usage
Additional coverage of good programming and design practices as they relate to the
certification objectives
Step-by-step coverage of certification exam topics in a simplified and easy-to-learn manner
332 pages
Learn HTML5 and javascript for Android
Learn HTML5 and javascript for Android teaches the essential HTML5 and javascript skills you need
to make great apps for the Android platform and browser.
386 pages
Beginning C# 5.0 Databases, 2nd edition
Assuming only basic knowledge of C#, Beginning C# 5.0 Databases teaches all the fundamentals
of database technology and database programming readers need to quickly become highly
proficient database users and application developers.
440 pages
Photoshop CS6 and Lightroom 4: A Photographer's Handbook
Adobe Photoshop is central to almost all photography workflows and Lightroom has rapidly
been adopted as well. Each new version of the software is a milestone in the development of
these vital imaging tools, and the 2012 releases are no exception.
344 pages
Create Your Own Blog: 6 Easy Projects to Start Blogging Like
a Pro (2nd Edition)
Want a personal or business blog of your own? It��s easy! In this simple guide, one of the
world��s most experienced bloggers walks you through every step of building your own
WordPress blog, from getting started to building a worldwide audience.
288 pages
Android Database Programming
We live in an increasingly data-centric and data-driven world. On top of that we live in a very
mobile-centric world with the rise of Android smart phones and tablet devices and the surge
in demand for the Android platform.
212 pages
Mobile JavaScript Application Development: Bringing
Web Programming to Mobile Devices
When developing apps for the latest smartphones, you��re faced with several vexing questions.
How many platforms do you need to accommodate? What level of support do mobile
browsers provide? To help you address these and many other key issues, this guide provides a
hands-on tour of the most powerful JavaScript frameworks available today.
168 pages
Adobe Illustrator CS6 Classroom in a Book
Creative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe
Illustrator CS6 choose Adobe Illustrator CS6 Classroom in a Book from the Adobe Creative Team
at Adobe Press. The 15 project-based lessons in this book show readers step-by-step the
key techniques for working in Illustrator CS6 and how to create vector artwork for virtually any
project and across multiple media: print, websites, interactive projects, and video.
480 pages
WebGL Beginner's Guide
WebGL is a new web technology that brings hardware-accelerated 3D graphics to the browser
without installing additional software. As WebGL is based on OpenGL and brings in a new concept
of 3D graphics programming to web development, it may seem unfamiliar to even experienced
Web developers.
376 pages
iCloud: Visual QuickStart Guide
Learn how to use Apple's iCloud service to share your content across all your Apple devices.
This indispensable guide to Apple's iCloud service walks readers how to share their iTunes
songs, photos, books, apps, files, email, contacts, and calendars across their PC, Mac, and
iOS devices. Readers will learn how to create documents in iWork apps--Pages, Keynote,
and Numbers--and edit them on any device, with iCloud keeping the files up to date. Readers will
also learn how to back up important information via the cloud.
192 pages
My New iPad: A User's Guide (3rd Edition)
The new iPad is cute. It's loveable. It's fun to play with. But it can also be a bit mysterious.
312 pages
Joomla! For Dummies
With its pre-coded modules, open source Joomla! is popular for building interactive Web sites
without writing code. This Web site design tool lets you build sites with discussions, polling, RSS
feeds, picture submissions, shopping carts, and a lot more, quickly and easily and the
quickest, easiest way to learn how to use it is Joomla! For Dummies.
360 pages
Practical Database Programming with Java
Covers fundamental and advanced Java database programming techniques for beginning
and experienced readers
This book covers the practical considerations and applications in database programming using
Java NetBeans IDE, JavaServer Pages, JavaServer Faces, and Java Beans, and comes complete
with authentic examples and detailed explanations.
952 pages
HTML5: Your visual blueprint for designing rich Web pages
and applications
HTML5 is the latest iteration of the standard markup language for creating Web pages. It
boasts extensive updates from its predecessor and allows you to incorporate rich media content into
a site without any dependence on extra software such as Flash. Packed with hundreds of screen
shots, this visual guide introduces you to the many new features and abilities of HTML5 and shows
you the many exciting new possibilities that exist for designing dynamic Web pages.
384 pages
Smashing WebKit
As the default browser for both iPhone and Android, WebKit has become a major player in the
mobile arena, offering a wider array of HTML5 and CSS3 support than any other major engine.
Written by expert author Jon Raasch, this essential book teaches you how to use WebKit to make
web sites more engaging, faster, and more visually appealing. You'll explore the variety of
unique interface options that WebKit offers as you quickly discover how to create a unique
web experience that provides functionality and entertainment.
368 pages
How to Design Programs: An Introduction to Programming
and Computing
This introduction to programming places computer science in the core of a liberal arts
education. Unlike other introductory books, it focuses on the program design process. This
approach fosters a variety of skills--critical reading, analytical thinking, creative synthesis,
and attention to detail--that are important for everyone, not just future computer programmers.
The book exposes readers to two fundamentally new ideas. First, it presents program
design guidelines that show the reader how to analyze a problem statement; how to formulate
concise goals; how to make up examples; how to develop an outline of the solution, based on
the analysis; how to finish the program; and how to test. Each step produces a welldefined intermediate product. Second, the book comes with a novel programming environment,
the first one explicitly designed for beginners. The environment grows with the readers as they
master the material in the book until it supports a full-fledged language for the whole spectrum
of programming tasks.All the book's support materials are available for free on the Web. The Web
site includes the environment, teacher guides, exercises for all levels, solutions, and
additional projects.
720 pages
Practice of System and Network Administration
The first edition of The Practice of System and Network Administration introduced a generation
of system and network administrators to a modern IT methodology. Whether you use Linux, Unix,
or Windows, this newly revised edition describes the essential practices previously handed down
only from mentor to protege. This wonderfully lucid, often funny cornucopia of information
introduces beginners to advanced frameworks valuable for their entire career, yet is structured to
help even the most advanced experts through difficult projects.
1076 pages
Make Your First $100 from the Internet Today
The author shows you, in this book-let, how easy it is to get your first $100 today, In fact the author shows
you some screen shots of exactly what he did, to earn that much in just 37 minutes. What he wants to do is
to demonstrate in a very practical way how MILLIONS of people are searching through the Internet every
second of every day, looking for something that you can offer and sell to them. The author will show you
another simple method to build a continuing ongoing recurring income that comes in day after day
whether you’re working or not. The system he is going to show you is very very simple, and you can always
use it to pick up some extra cash.
Drupal User's Guide: Building and Administering a
Successful Drupal-Powered Web Site
The open source content management system Drupal offers amazing
flexibility, sophistication, and power. The catch? Many first-time users find it difficult to
get started, and most Drupal books don��t help with the initial stages. Drupal?
User��s Guide is different: easy to use, fun to read, practical, and complete!
Long-time Drupal site developer Emma Jane Hogbin guides you through every step of
building sites with Drupal, from installation and site planning through launching your first
site. Drawing on her experience teaching thousands of beginners, she covers both Drupal
and Web design tasks, showing exactly how they fit together.
Encyclopedia of Internet (3 Volumes)
The Internet Encyclopedia is the first comprehensive examination of the core topics in
the Internet field. This e-book, a three-volume reference work
with 205 chapters provides comprehensive coverage of the Internet as a business tool,
IT platform, and communications and commerce
medium. This definitive three-volume encyclopedia offers coverage of both established
and cutting-edge theories and developments of the Internet as a technical tool and
business communications medium. The encyclopedia contains chapters from global experts
in academia and industry. Specialists have written the collection for experienced and notso-experienced readers. This remarkable collection of scholars and practitioners has
distilled their knowledge into a fascinating and enlightening one-stop knowledge base
in Internet-based systems that “talk” to readers. The encyclopedia has been written by
more than 240 experts and reviewed by more than 840 academics and practitioners
chosen from around the world. More than 1,000 illustrations and tables throughout the
series highlight complex topics and assist further understanding The series has been
designed based on the current core course materials in several leading universities around
the world and current practices in leading computer- and Internet-related corporations.
This format should appeal to a diverse group of educators, practitioners, and researchers
in the Internet field.
Flash Professional CS5 for Windows and Macintosh:
Visual QuickStart Guide
Flash Professional CS5 is such a powerful program that it can seem overwhelming to new
or occasional users. With Flash Professional CS5 Visual QuickStart Guide, readers get a
solid grounding in the fundamentals of the most recent version of the software.
Highlights include working with new-style text in the text-layout framework (practically a
mini-page-layout program inside Flash), working with the new Color panel and other
updated interface features, a look at the deco tool's expanded pattern set, plus
creating ActionScript using Flash's improved automatic-code-completion features and
code snippets.
Sexy Web Design: Creating Interfaces That Work
Sexy Web Design is an easy-to-follow guide that reveals the secrets of how to build your
own breathtaking web interfaces from scratch. You'll be guided through the entire process
of creating a gorgeous, usable web site by applying the timeless principles of usercentered design.
Even if you're short on design skills, with this book you'll be creating your own stunning
web sites in no time at all.
Throughout, the focus is on simple and practical techniques that anyone can use - you
don't need to have gone to art school or have artistic flair to create stunning designs
using the methods outlined in this book.
The book's full-color layout and large format (8" x 10") make Sexy Web Design a pleasure
to read.
Master key web interface design principles
Design amazing web interfaces from scratch
Create beautiful, yet functional, web sites
Unleash your artistic talents
And much more
Who should read this book?
Whether you're completely new to web design, a seasoned pro looking for inspiration, or
a developer wanting to improve your sites' aesthetics, there's something for everyone here.
How? Because instead of trying to cover every possible area of creating a web site,
we've focused purely on the design stage; that is, everything that happens before a
single line of code is written.
However, great design is more than just aesthetics. Long before we open our
graphics program of choice, we'll be conducting research, dealing with clients, responding
to briefs, sketching out sitemaps, planning information architecture, moving from doodles
to diagrams, exploring different ways of interactivity, and building upon design traditions.
But ultimately, you'll be finding out how to create web sites that look drop-dead gorgeous.
Sams Teach Yourself Java 2 in 21 Days
Sams Teach Yourself Java 2 in 21 days, Fourth Edition continues to be one of the
most popular, best-selling Java tutorials on the market. Written by an expert technical
writer, it has been acclaimed for its clear and personable writing, for its extensive use
of examples, and for its logical and complete organization. This new edition of the
book maintains and improves upon all these qualities, while updating, revising,
and reorganizing the material to cover the latest developments in Java and to expand
the coverage of core Java programming topics.
Flash Cs5 Professional: Basic, Student Manual
Contents
Introduction
Topic A: About the manual
Topic B: Setting your expectations
Topic C: Re-keying the course
Getting started
Topic A: Flash overview
Topic B: The Flash interface
Topic C: Getting help
Unit summary: Getting started
Basic objects
Topic A: New file settings
Topic B: Library items
Topic C: Using text
Topic D: Basic shapes
Topic E: Freeform drawing and editing
Unit summary: Basic objects
Using the Timeline
Topic A: Layers
Topic B: Timeline basics
Unit summary: Using the Timeline
Formatting objects
Topic A: Custom colors and gradients
Topic B: Soft edges
Unit summary: Formatting objects
Timeline animation and interactive buttons
Topic A: Frame-by-frame animation
Topic B: Motion tweening
Topic C: Movie clip animation
Topic D: Interactive buttons
Unit summary: Timeline animation andinteractive buttons
Publishing your applications
Topic A: Accessibility
Topic B: Testing
Topic C: Publishing
Unit summary: Publishing your applications
Course summary
Topic A: Course summary
Topic B: Continued learning after class
Glossary
Index
Dreamweaver 8 Bible
Build a dynamic, high-impact Web site with the remarkable power of Dreamweaver 8 and
the latest version of this top-selling guide from well-known Dreamweaver guru
Joseph Lowery. Packed with hands-on instruction and step-by-step tutorials,
this comprehensive manual starts you on the basics of Web design and moves to
advanced techniques in no time. From quick design prototyping to ongoing Web
site management��plus a special focus on Dreamweaver 8's new features for CSS,
Flash video, code development, and more - this professional guide is a must for Web
masters and developers.
qooxdoo Beginner's Guide
Develop Rich Internet Applications (RIA) with Qooxdoo1.4
Become a competent Rich Internet Application developer in Qooxdoo
Gain knowledge on core object oriented programming concepts in Qooxdoo
Get a good understanding on design and implementation of RIA in Qooxdoo
Learn to do unit testing and automation testing of your Qooxdoo application
Develop an end to end application, Team Twitter, using Qooxdoo client and Java server
In Detail
Over the past few years, all the major internet or enterprise applications are developed
or migrated to Rich Internet Application to support all the features that are provided in
the desktop applications. This helps organizations keep the end users happy and
also improves application deployment and maintenance. Qooxdoo is a stable, open source
RIA framework. If you are waiting and watching for the right time to migrate your
application to Qooxdoo, this is the right time!
This book explains in detail about the rich user interface development in Qooxdoo. It
explains various concepts of Qooxdoo framework in an easy to grasp and organized
way, making it simple even for a novice in Qooxdoo and also increases the competency
level of the developer who is already working in Qooxdoo.
This book helps developers understand the Qooxdoo framework, setup the environment,
and start the development of RIA using Qooxdoo. You will learn the core
programming techniques in Qooxdoo, user interface development in Qooxdoo, testing
& debugging Qooxdoo applications, internationalization of Qooxdoo applications to
multiple languages, customizing the look and feel of Qooxdoo applications using
Themes, Performance management, etc.
In the course of the book, we develop a complete application which will help the developer
to understand the concepts better and to put things together to see the step-by-step
progress to complete an application. By the end, this book will get the developer
accustomed to the widgets and API available in the Qooxdoo framework, and will enable
him to design, develop, debug, and test the RIA in Qooxdoo.
This book will take you through the various designing and implementation concepts
of Qooxdoo 1.4 and help you develop Rich Internet Applications (RIA) with Qooxdoo 1.4.
Gain knowledge on core object oriented programming concepts in Qooxdoo
Communicate through RPC-based AJAX calls
Use light weight JSON to pass the data between client and server
Get well versed with Containers and Layout Managers
Learn most of the off the shelf widgets provided by Qooxdoo in an organized way
Design and implement Rich Internet Applications in Qooxdoo
Learn to do unit testing and automated testing of your Qooxdoo application
Easily internationalize your Qooxdoo application to multiple languages
Customize your Qooxdoo application's look and feel using Themes
Profile and improve performance of the Qooxdoo applications
Create reusable custom widgets for your Qooxdoo applications
Develop enterprise applications in Qooxdoo
Approach
This is a Packt beginner's guide. The unique style of the book is to set the requirements
for an application, Team Twitter, in the first chapter and apply the concepts in the
application as you learn in the following chapters. When you complete this book, you
would have developed a complete application.
Although the scope of this book is only on the Qooxdoo framework, which is a client
side framework, we have explained how to set up one of the RPC servers and
demonstrated the end to end application in the Team Twitter.
This book is intended for the client side developers who design and develop internet
web applications and enterprise web applications. If you want to start developing
RIA applications in Qooxdoo, this book would be a great help to jump start your
development. If you are already developing Qooxdoo applications, this book will help you
to go through the Qooxdoo framework quickly to improve your contribution to your project.
This book is also intended for the desktop application developers who want to move into
RIA development and develop internet web applications and rich enterprise web applications.
It also provides an idea for the Architects and Lead developers to know about Qooxdoo
and evaluate the framework.
It helps beginners in Qooxdoo to easily set up the development environment and explains
the concepts in an order that is easily graspable by beginners.
Art and Science of Analog Circuit Design
In this companion text to Analog Circuit Design: Art, Science, and Personalities,
seventeen contributors present more tutorial, historical, and editorial viewpoints on
subjects related to analog circuit design. By presenting divergent methods and views
of people who have achieved some measure of success in their field, the book
encourages readers to develop their own approach to design. In addition, the essays
and anecdotes give some constructive guidance in areas not usually covered in
engineering courses, such as marketing and career development.
*Includes visualizing operation of analog circuits
*Describes troubleshooting for optimum circuit performance
*Demonstrates how to produce a saleable product
Agile Software Engineering with Visual Studio: From
Concept to Continuous Feedback
Using agile methods and the tools of Visual Studio 2010, development teams can
deliver higher-value software faster, systematically eliminate waste, and
increase transparency throughout the entire development lifecycle. Now, Microsoft
Visual Studio product owner Sam Guckenheimer and leading Visual Studio
implementation consultant Neno Loje show how to make the most of Microsoft’s new
Visual Studio 2010 Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools in your environment.
This book is the definitive guide to the application of agile development with Scrum
and modern software engineering practices using Visual Studio 2010. You’ll learn how to
use Visual Studio 2010 to empower and engage multidisciplinary, self-managing teams
and provide the transparency they need to maximize productivity. Along the
way, Guckenheimer and Loje help you overcome every major impediment that leads
to stakeholder dissatisfaction from mismatched schedules to poor quality, blocked builds
to irreproducible bugs, and technology silos to geographic silos.
Coverage includes
Accelerating the flow of value to customers in any software project, no matter how large
or complex
Empowering high-performance software teams and removing overhead in software delivery
Automating burndowns and using dashboards to gain a real-time, multidimensional view
of quality and progress
Using Visual Studio 2010 to reduce or eliminate no repro bugs
Automating deployment and virtualizing test labs to make continuous builds deployable
Using Test Impact Analysis to quickly choose the right tests based on recent code changes
Working effectively with sources, branches, and backlogs across distributed teams
Sharing code, build automation, test, project and other data across .NET and Java teams
Uncovering hidden architectural patterns in legacy software, so you can refactor
changes more confidently
Scaling Scrum to large, distributed organizations
Whatever your discipline, this book will help you use Visual Studio 2010 to focus on
what really matters: building software that delivers exceptional value sooner and
keeps customers happy far into the future.
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Yahoo! SiteBuilder For Dummies
Choose the right graphics, include links and feedback forms, and add "wow"
You too can develop cool Web sites with Yahoo! SiteBuilder and this handy, easy-tofollow guide! All the basics of good site design are here, plus step-by-step directions
for creating your site with text, links, pictures, and animation. Once you're finished
building your site, cash in a special offer from Yahoo! for discounted Web hosting and
share your work with the world.
* Create and publish a basic site in minutes
* Use SiteBuilder templates
* Design a site that?s easy to navigate
* Avoid common mistakes amateurs make
* Offer maps and searches on your site
Learning Windows Server 2003
Getting Microsoft Windows Server 2003 up and running, either as a standalone or as part of
a multi-site, multi-server network is a formidable task for anyone. O'Reilly's nononsense guide, Learning Windows Server 2003, 2nd Edition, gives you just what you need
to get the job done. It provides you with the nuts and bolts for installing,
configuring, securing, and managing Windows Server 2003-plus, it has been
completely updated for Service Pack 1 and release R2.
Getting Started with Fluidinfo
Imagine a public storage system that has a place online for structured data about
everything that exists��or that could exist. This book introduces Fluidinfo, a system
that enables you to store information about anything, real or imaginary, in any digital
form. You ll learn how to organize and search for data, and decide who can use, modify,
and extend what you ve contributed.
Getting Started with OAuth 2.0
Whether you develop web applications or mobile apps, the OAuth 2.0 protocol will save a
lot of headaches. This concise introduction shows you how OAuth provides a
single authorization technology across numerous APIs on the Web, so you can securely
access users�� data��such as user profiles, photos, videos, and contact lists��to
improve their experience of your application.
Java Network Programming
The network is the soul of Java. Most of what is new and exciting about Java centers
around the potential for new kinds of dynamic networked applications. Java
Network Programming describes the java.net package, which contains classes
for communications and working with networked resources. This Java 1.1 programming
book is a complete guide to writing sophisticated network applications, including many
kinds of clients and servers. It pays special attention to content and protocol handlers, a
still largely unexplored area of Java's network facilities, and gives you an advanced look
at the new areas like multicasting, using the server API, and RMI.
Java In A Nutshell, 5th Edition
With more than 700,000 copies sold to date, Java in a Nutshell from O'Reilly is clearly
the favorite resource amongst the legion of developers and programmers using
Java technology. And now, with the release of the 5.0 version of Java, O'Reilly has given
the book that defined the "in a Nutshell" category another impressive tune-up.
In this latest revision, readers will find Java in a Nutshell, 5th Edition, does more than
just cover the extensive changes implicit in 5.0, the newest version of Java. It's undergone
a complete makeoverin scope, size, and type of coveragein order to more closely meet
the needs of the modern Java programmer.
XML Bible
The emergence of XML is having an enormous impact on Web development, and scaling
the learning curve of this new technology is a priority for many developers. The XML
Bible offers a superb introduction to the subject and the groundwork to understand
XML's future developments.
Java Internationalization (Java Series)
For any Java programmer or manager creating software for global markets,
Java Internationalisation is an essential guide to the dos and don'ts of writing software
that's usable all around the world. Besides a guide to internationalisation (and its flip
side, localisation) generally, this book provides in-depth coverage of support for
globalised software on the Java platform.
It makes sense that software should move easily between international markets in
today's global economy. Java Internationalisation is first and foremost a guide to the
issues surrounding writing software for different languages. The first sections examine a
truly fascinating sample of the world's character sets and salient features for
outputting characters in software.
Then there is a thorough description of techniques and issues surrounding the creation
of software in different languages. Java's built-in support for locales (best described
as geographical and language communities) comes later in the book. The authors show
how to format text (and dates) for different markets using built-in Java APIs and
features (like resource bundles). Short sections on internationalising Web sites powered
by Java (whether with servlets or JSPs) offer some valuable insight. The book concludes
with a roadmap for the future evolution of Java 3.0 internationalisation, plus a really
handy listing of all Java APIs that have been designed with international support in mind.
In all, Java Internationalisation does justice to an intriguing area of Java development,
one that is sure to be increasingly important as more and more software is extended to
new global markets. Suitable for anyone who designs or manages Java software, this
concise volume cuts straight to the chase and is a worthwhile and timely guide to how to
get Java applications to new markets fast. Richard Dragan
MySQL and Java Developer's Guide
The first comprehensive guide to MySQL for Java developers.With more than three
million users, MySQL is the most popular open source database server in the world. It is
the most popular database server for Linux and also runs on Windows, Macintosh,
FreeBSD, and many flavors of UNIX. Most developers have built MySQL applications
using programming languages like C, PHP, and Perl, but three years ago the author of
this book, Mark Matthews, created MM.MySQL, the Java driver for MySQL. Since then,
MySQL AB has shown their support for Java developers by hiring Mark, adopting his
driver, and re-releasing it as Connector/J. Now, Mark Matthews and team explain
everything you need to build database applications with MySQL and Java.
C++ for Everyone
* This authoritative reference uses full color figures and color-coded program listings
while introducing readers to C++ programming
* Provides additional pictures and captions to help readers navigate the material and
find what they need quickly
* Presents many how-tos for common tasks, together with worked examples
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Flash CS3 Professional
Clear, step-by-step screen shots arranged in two-page lessons show you how to tackle
more than 140 Flash CS3 Professional tasks. No long-winded explanations, just easy,
visual directions for performing such necessary operations as creating objects, symbols,
and instances; controlling playback with the Timeline; adding interactivity with
buttons; organizing project assets with the Library; creating animation with tweens;
and adding sound and video . Helpful sidebars offer practical tips and tricks, and it’s
all presented for the visual learner.
HTML and JavaScript Basics, 4th edition
This BASICS series text, updated to include the latest information on JavaScript and
HTML, provides an easy-to-follow, step-by-step introduction to all aspects of HTML
and JavaScript programming. Topics covered in the book include HTML
organization techniques, HTML power techniques, using images with JavaScript, and
using forms with JavaScript.
Oracle Essentials
The new edition of this classic book, Oracle Essentials, 3rd Edition: Oracle Database
10g, distills a vast amount of knowledge into an easy-to-read volume covering every
aspect of the Oracle database. Readers of all levels will learn about Oracle's features
and technologies, including the product line, architecture, data structures,
networking, concurrency, tuning, and much more. Featuring focused text,
abundant illustrations, and helpful hints, the new edition offers a valuable overview
of Oracle's Database 10g the industry's first database to support grid computing.
Recent releases such as Oracle 9i and 8i are also covered. More comprehensible than a
large reference, and more detailed than mot primers, this book covers all the
information you'll need to install and run the Oracle databases, as well as the
conceptual background you'll want to understand how they work. If you're new to Oracle
or upgrading to Oracle 10g, you'll find this all-in-one guide essential.
Algorithms and Data Structures
This book starts with a chapter on data structure for two reasons. First, one has an
intuitive feeling that data precede algorithms: you must have some objects before you
can perform operations on them. Second, and this is the more immediate reason, this
book assumes that the reader is familiar with the basic notions of computer
programming. Traditionally and sensibly, however, introductory programming
courses concentrate on algorithms operating on relatively simple structures of data.
Hence, an introductory chapter on data structures seems appropriate
Dreamweaver MX 2004 Bible
Packed with hands-on instruction and step by step tutorials, the Dreamweaver MX 2004
Bible is everything you need to harness the power of this amazing web development
tool. Starting with the basics, expert author and well-known Dreamweaver guru Joe
Lowery guides you through the ins and outs of Dreamweaver MX 2004 and will have
you building your very own dynamic, data-driven sites in no time. Coverage includes:
* Building interactive forms
* Creating client-side image maps
* Connecting to a live database
* Inserting, deleting and updating data from your web pages
* Working with layers, Style Sheets and Dynamic HTML
* Integration with Flash, Fireworks and ColdFusion
* Designing with templates
* Extending Dreamweaver with your own extensions
* And more.
Algorithmics: Theory and Practice
Our book is neither a programming manual nor an account of the proper use of
data structures. Still less is it a "cookbook" containing a long catalogue of programs ready
to be used directly on a machine to solve certain specific problems, but giving at best a
vague idea of the principles involved in their design. On the contrary, the aim of our book
is to give the reader some basic tools needed to develop his or her own algorithms,
in whatever field of application they may be required.
Thus we concentrate on the techniques used to design and analyse efficient algorithms.
Each technique is first presented in full generality. Thereafter it is illustrated by
concrete examples of algorithms taken from such different applications as optimization,
linear algebra, cryptography, operations research, symbolic computation,
artificial intelligence, numerical analysis, computing in the humanities, and so on.
Although our approach is rigorous and theoretical, we do not neglect the needs
of practitioners: besides illustrating the design techniques employed, most of the
algorithms presented also have real-life applications.
To profit fully from this book, you should have some previous programming
experience. However, we use no particular programming language, nor are the examples
for any particular machine. This and the general, fundamental treatment of the
material ensure that the ideas presented here will not lose their relevance. On the
other hand, you should not expect to be able to use the algorithms we give directly: you
will always be obliged to make the necessary effort to transcribe them into some
appropriate programming language. The use of Pascal or similarly structured language
will help reduce this effort to the minimum necessary.
Some basic mathematical knowledge is required to understand this book. Generally
speaking, an introductory undergraduate course in algebra and another in calculus
should provide sufficient background. A certain mathematical maturity is more important
still. We take it for granted that the reader is familiar with such notions as
mathematical induction, set notation, and the concept of a graph. From time to time
a passage requires more advanced mathematical knowledge, but such passages can
be skipped on the first reading with no loss of continuity.
Introducing Maya 8: 3D for Beginners
Starting with the basics, the book builds from the ground up, combining straightforward
text with practical examples that make it fun and easy to learn Maya's core features
while introducing new Maya 8 elements such as improved polygon tools and
enhanced rendering with mental ray.
Computer Science An Overview
This e-book is written for students of computer science as well as students from
other disciplines. As for computer science students, most begin their studies with the
illusion that computer science is programming and Web browsing since that is essentially
all they have seen. Yet computer science is much more than this. In turn, beginning
computer science students need exposure to the breadth of the subject in which they
are planning to major. Providing this exposure is the theme of this book. It gives students
an overview of computer science-a foundation from which they can appreciate the
relevance and interrelationships of future courses in the field. This survey approach is, in
fact, the model used for introductory courses in the natural sciences.
Assembly Language Step-By-Step
Begins with the most fundamental, plain-English concepts and everyday
analogies progressing to very sophisticated assembly principles and practices. Examples
are based on the 8086/8088 chips but all code is usable with the entire Intel 80X86 family
of microprocessors. Covers both TASM and MASM. Gives readers the foundation necessary
to create their own executable assembly language programs.
Learning WML, and WMLScript: Programming the Wireless Web
The next generation of mobile communicators is here, and delivering content to them
will mean programming in WML (Wireless Markup Language) and WMLScript, the languages
of the Wireless Application Environment (WAE). The WAE allows information in almost
all applications to be formatted for display on mobile devices, such as cell phones,
and enables the user to interact with the information. Why learn yet another
technology? According to some estimates, 75 percent of all web document viewing by
the year 2002 will be through non- desktop devices, many using wireless
technologies. Clearly, the future is wireless. For web developers who want to get up to
speed quickly in these languages, Learning WML WMLScript maps out in detail the WAE
and its two major components, WML and WMLScript. It's the resource of choice for
application developers who are in a hurry to upgrade their skills and their sites so they
won't be left plugged in during the wireless revolution.
Introduction to Computer Graphics: Using Java 2D and 3D
This book is an essential tool for second-year undergraduate students and above,
providing clear and concise explanations of the basic concepts of computer graphics,
and enabling the reader to immediately implement these concepts in Java 2D and/or 3D
with only elementary knowledge of the programming language. Features: provides an
ideal, self-contained introduction to computer graphics, with theory and practice presented
in integrated combination; presents a practical guide to basic computer
graphics programming using Java 2D and 3D; includes new and expanded content on
the integration of text in 3D, particle systems, billboard behaviours, dynamic surfaces,
the concept of level of detail, and the use of functions of two variables for surface
modelling; contains many pedagogical tools, including numerous easy-to-understand
example programs and end-of-chapter exercises; supplies useful supplementary
material, including additional exercises, solutions, and program examples, at an
associated website.
Mastering Resin
The official guide to Resin, authorized by the company that invented the product,
Caucho Technology
* Offers a comprehensive tutorial and reference on how to use all flavors of Resin,
including the basic Resin server, Resin-CMP, and Resin-Enterprise
* Demonstrates how to build enterprise Java applications, optimize performance, and
use other tools with Resin
* Illustrates how to configure Resin for various commercial and open source
hardware platforms, maintain high availability of the server, and use all of the
advanced features
Modern Fortran Explained
Fortran remains one of the principal programming languages used in highperformance scientific, numerical, and engineering computing. A series of significant
revisions to the standard versions of the language have progressively enhanced
its capabilities and the latest standard, Fortran 2008, includes many modern features, such
as object orientation, coarrays for parallel programming, interoperability with C and
various other enhancements.
Android UI Fundamentals: Develop & Design
Author Jason Ostrander walks developers through the different choices available on their
way to creating a well-designed application for Android. While building a simple
application, Jason works through the basics of Android UI development including
layout, event handling, menus and notifications. The author then shows the proper way
to load and display images, create advanced dialogs and progress indicators, add
animation, and how to build custom UI elements. Jason discusses the proper way of
adding interaction through gestures and the advanced graphical options available
using Canvas, Renderscript and OpenGL. Finally, he discusses tablet development, the
unique differences between phone and tablet UI, and the new APIs available to
tablet developers.
Computers For Seniors For Dummies, Second Edition
Computers are an essential part of daily life these days, but they can be a bit intimidating
at first. Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition gets you going with lots
of illustrations and easy-to-follow-instructions, never assuming you already know more
than you do.
You'll learn to use the keyboard and mouse, navigate the Windows 7 operating
system, access the Internet and use e-mail, create documents, shop safely online, and more.
Shows you how to choose the right computer, get it set up, and get going
Explains how to connect to the Internet and keep up with family and friends via e-mail
Helps you create documents, work with files and folders, simplify your finances, and build
a budget using a spreadsheet
Discusses how to use social networking sites and how to shop and bank online
without compromising your privacy
Offers tips and advice to help you avoid common pitfalls
With Computers For Seniors For Dummies, 2nd Edition by your side, you'll be able to use
the computer with confidence and take advantage of all it has to offer.
Handbook of Cloud Computing
Cloud computing has become a significant technology trend. Experts believe cloud
computing is currently reshaping information technology and the IT marketplace.
The advantages of using cloud computing include cost savings, speed to market, access
to greater computing resources, high availability, and scalability. Handbook of
Cloud Computing includes contributions from world experts in the field of cloud
computing from academia, research laboratories and private industry. This book presents
the systems, tools, and services of the leading providers of cloud computing;
including Google, Yahoo, Amazon, IBM, and Microsoft. The basic concepts of cloud
computing and cloud computing applications are also introduced. Current and
future technologies applied in cloud computing are also discussed. Case studies,
examples, and exercises are provided throughout. Handbook of Cloud Computing is
intended for advanced-level students and researchers in computer science and
electrical engineering as a reference book. This handbook is also beneficial to computer
and system infrastructure designers, developers, business managers, entrepreneurs
and investors within the cloud computing related industry.
Java Concepts: Compatible with Java 5, 6 and 7
This book introduces programmers to objects at a gradual pace. The syntax boxes are
revised to show typical code examples rather than abstract notation. This includes
optional example modules using Alice and Greenfoot. The examples feature annotations
with dos and don'ts along with cross references to more detailed explanations in the
text. New tables show a large number of typical and cautionary examples. New
programming and review problems are also presented that ensure a broad coverage of
topics. In addition, Java 7 features are included to provide programmers with the most upto-date information.
Java Game Programming for Dummies
Online game design just got easier with Java Game Programming For Dummies, your allin-one reference guide to writing cool, cutting-edge Internet games. Java Game
Programming For Dummies guides new and veteran game designers alike through the
nuts and bolts of creating fun, user-friendly games that can be played across the World
Wide Web. From your first basic Java applets to sophisticated techniques for advanced 3D texture-mapping, animation, maze generation, and collision detection, this handy,
plain-speaking reference book gives you the tools and tricks you need in order to
write professional-quality Java-based games.
Biomechanical Systems: Techniques and Applications,
Volume I: Computer Techniques and Computational
Because of developments in powerful computer technology, computational
techniques, advances in a wide spectrum of diverse technologies, and other advances
coupled with cross disciplinary pursuits between technology and its greatly significant
applied implications in human body processes, the field of biomechanics is evolving as
a broadly significant area. Now in four volumes, Biomechanical Systems, Techniques,
and Applications explores the many areas of significant advances, including dynamics
of musculo-skeletal systems; mechanics of hard and soft tissues, muscles, bone
remodeling, hard and soft tissue interfaces, blood flow, air flow, flow-prosthesis
interfaces, and impact; cardiovascular and respiratory biomechanics; and dynamics of
many machine interactions.
Computers Thinking and Learning: Inspiring Students
with Technology
This is for students
Game Animator's Guide to Maya
Game animation is a demanding art. Not only do you have to deliver realistic,
beautiful animations, but you have to do so under strict real-time, video-game
constraints. The Game Animator's Guide to Maya is your focused resource for using Maya
to create professional-level game animations for console and PC games. Written by a
game industry veteran and featuring interviews with professional animators and artists
from around the country, this focused book features specific, detailed, real-world
game animation techniques. It's the perfect reference and tutorial for those looking
to develop or refine their game animation skills.
Drools.Developers.Cookbook
Create a robust business rules implementation by using the JBoss Drools rules engine
Master the newest Drools Expert, Fusion, Guvnor, Planner and jBPM5 features
Integrate Drools by using popular Java Frameworks
Part of Packt's Cookbook series: each recipe is independent and contains practical, stepby-step instructions to help you achieve your goal.
In Detail
JBoss Drools is an open source business rules engine that provides agility and flexibility
to your business logic. Drools 5 has evolved to provide a unified and integrated platform
for business rules, business processes, event processing and automated planning. With
this book in hand you will be able to use any of these modules and their specific
features quickly and with ease.
Drools Developer Cookbook will help you to apply the latest community features to
your projects. You will learn about all the Drools modules - Guvnor, Fusion, Expert,
and Planner - along with jBPM5 and integration capabilities. The straightforward recipes
will help you to implement even more rules in your projects and take you to a new level
with the Drools platform.
This book teaches you how to create a more robust business rules implementation,
starting with tips on how to write business rules manually, or by using the newest
Guvnor rule editors. You will learn how your rules can be integrated with another
framework to create a full solution and discover how to use complex features such as
event processing. The recipes cover all of the Drools modules and will help you to
solve problems with planning, remote execution, and much more.
Use Drools Guvnor for rules authoring and configuration
Configure different ways to store your knowledge using Marshallers, and JPA with Spring
Understand how to add complex event processing capabilities to a project
Take full advantage of the remote knowledge session execution
Integrate Drools with the Apache Camel Project using the Spring Framework
Learn how to configure your knowledge session in an OSGI container
Implement automated planning using Drools Planner
Migrate from Drools Flow to jBPM5 and learn how to use them efficiently
Approach
Part of Packt's cookbook series, this book is packed with easy to follow recipes
containing step-by-step instructions. The book is designed in such a way that you can read
it chapter by chapter, or refer to the tasks in no particular order.
This book is for Drools developers who want to improve their current working methods
and discover new features to apply to their projects. Readers are expected to be familiar
with the basics of the Drools platform as well as Java.
Mathematics for Algorithm and Systems Analysis
Discrete mathematics is fundamental to computer science, and this up-to-date text
assists undergraduates in mastering the ideas and mathematical language to
address problems that arise in the field's many applications. It consists of 4 units of
study: counting and listing, functions, decision trees and recursion, and basic concepts
of graph theory.
Programming Your Home: Automate with Arduino,
Android, and Your Computer
In Programming Your Home, technology enthusiast Mike Riley walks you through a variety
of custom home automation projects, ranging from a phone application that alerts you
to package deliveries at your front door to an electronic guard dog that will prevent
unwanted visitors.
Create your own Android Apps
Yes, you, Android Apps to make your own phone - and it can be easy to do.
This extraordinary book, Android App for the inventor, a powerful visual tool that lets
anyone, Android-based devices Apps build themselves. Step by step over a dozen fun
project location - aware Apps, data collection, and the logic of the Apps that make
decisions, such as the APP detector with instructions Learn the basics.
Inventor of the second half of the book is to help you understand the fundamentals
of computer science building and application of manual features. Beginning and
experienced developers of App Inventor makes it ideal for textbooks.
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Create custom quizzes multi-media and study guides
Your city, school, workplace or create a custom tour
One, Android phone, use the LEGO ® MINDSTORMS ® NXT Robot Control
The sensor works with your phone and location - aware Build Apps
Apps that include information on the Web Explore
Computer Science Learn as you build your Apps
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Windows XP for Dummies Quick Reference
Windows XP For Dummies Quick Reference Second Edition covers the latest updates
to Windows XP, including enhanced security and changes to Internet Explorer. It starts
with the basics for true beginners, goes through everyday stuff, and progresses to the
Web, accessories, and the control panel.
Let Us C By Yashavant Kanetkar
Let Us C by Yashavant Kanetkar is a cute companion for learning the C language. This
book helps you to firstly understand the fundamentals of C programming and then master
the advanced features that C offers. Free eBook Let Us C By Yashavant Kanetkar
Free Download. Each chapter is designed to impart a deep and lasting appreciation of
the different features of C language.
Animation and Effects with Macromedia Flash MX 2004
What started as a simple animation tool has evolved into a full-fledged Web
development environment. Which means that if you're like many of today's Flash
developers, you may know little about actually creating animations and effects with
the program. Here to solve that dilemma is a hands-on guide from one of today's
leading Flash experts. By showing you how to create 15 projects based on real-world
Web solutions, author Jen deHaan provides a thorough grounding in all of Flash's effects
and animation fundamentals. Each chapter represents a single project with simple stepby-step instructions for re-creating the cool Web elements pictured in these pages: a
short logo animation with various types of motion tweens, an animated banner, a
"speaking" animated character, video floating over Flash content,
Zope Bible
This comprehensive Bible for Web Developers, Web Architects, and Content Managers
covers everything you need to build Web sites with Zope, the leading Open Source
Web application platform.
Java Quick Reference
This complete Java command reference is arranged in alphabetical order by class.
Twenty pages of jump tables guide readers through the command reference to specific
pages. Quick Java Reference provides readers with complete syntax for all of the
Java commands.
Android Tablets Made Simple: For Motorola XOOM,
Samsung Galaxy Tab, Asus, Toshiba and Other Tablets
If you thought your phone was smart, you should see the new Android tablets! Based
on Android 3 Honeycomb, these tablets provide all the computing power you'll need on
a device light enough to carry wherever you go.
Get the most out of your Android 3.0 Honeycomb tablet with Android Tablets Made
Simple learn all the key features, understand what’s new, and utilize dozens of timesaving tips and tricks.
Android Tablets Made Simple includes over 500 pages of easy-to-read instructions and
over 1,000 carefully annotated screen shots to guide you to Android tablet mastery.
You’ll never be left wondering, How did they do that?
This book guides you through:
Finding and purchasing the right Android tablet
Understanding the Android Honeycomb interface
Downloading and using tablet apps
What you’ll learn
Connect your tablet to wireless networks, including 3G, 4G, and Wi-Fi
Make video calls to your friends and colleagues
Download and read eBooks, newspapers, and magazines in your new compact library
Connect with friends and coworkers through e-mail and social networks
Unleash your creative side with photo editing and drawing tools
Troubleshoot minor problems with your tablet without having to wait on hold with
tech support
Who this book is for
This book is for new and potential owners of Android-based tablets running Android
3 (Honeycomb) and above. These devices include the Motorola Xoom, the Galaxy Tab 4G,
and devices by Toshiba, Asus, and others.
iPhone and iPad Apps for Absolute Beginners, iOS 5 Edition
The iPhone is the hottest gadget of our generation, and much of its success has been
fueled by the App Store, Apple s online marketplace for iPhone applications. Over 1
billion apps were downloaded during the nine months following the launch of the App
Store, ranging from the simplest games to the most complex business apps. Everyone has
an idea for the next bestselling iPhone app presumably, that’s why you’re reading this
now And with the popularity of the iPad, this demand will just continue to grow.
Java: Practical Guide for Programmers
f you re an experienced programmer you already have a rock-solid foundation for
learning Java. All you need is a resource that takes your experience into account and
explains Java s key principles and techniques in an intelligent efficient way.
Core Python Applications Programming (3rd Edition)
Already know Python but want to learn more? A lot more? Dive into a variety of topics used
in practice for real-world applications. Covers regular expressions, Internet/
network programming, GUIs, SQL/databases/ORMs, threading, and Web development.
Creating Web Pages Simplified, 2 edition
Do you want to share photos and family lore with relatives far away? Have you been put
in charge of communication for your neighborhood group or nonprofit organization? A
Web page is the way to get the word out, and Creating Web Pages Simplified offers an
easy, visual way to learn how to build one. Full-color illustrations and concise
instructions take you through all phases of Web publishing, from laying out and
formatting text to enlivening pages with graphics and animation.
Essential Skills for the Agile Developer: A Guide to
Better Programming and Design
Agile has become today’s dominant software development paradigm, but agile
methods remain difficult to measure and improve. Essential Skills for the Agile Developer
fills this gap from the bottom up, teaching proven techniques for assessing and
optimizing both individual and team agile practices.
AI Algorithms, Data Structures, and Idioms in Prolog, Lisp,
and Java, 6th edition
This book illustrates how to program AI algorithms in Lisp, Prolog, and Java. The
book basically cover each topic 3 times in each language. Topics include: simple
production-like system based on logic, logic-based learning, and natural language parsing.
Getting Started with D3
Learn how to create beautiful, interactive, browser-based data visualizations with the
D3 JavaScript library. This hands-on book shows you how to use a combination of
JavaScript and SVG to build everything from simple bar charts to complex
infographics. You��ll learn how to use basic D3 tools by building visualizations based on
real data from the New York Metropolitan Transit Authority.
Modern JavaScript: Develop and Design
It��s time for a current, definitive JavaScript book, and in this comprehensive
beginner��s guide, bestselling author Larry Ullman teaches the language as it
is implemented today. Larry demonstrates how to build upon JavaScript��s ease of
use, while demystifying its often-cryptic syntax, especially for those who have
not programmed before. This book enforces modern JavaScript��s best practices
and embraces key Web development approaches such as progressive enhancement
and unobtrusive scripting. The author demonstrates loads of real-world code and makes
it available for download.
Character Animation Fundamentals: Developing Skills for
2D and 3D Character Animation
Expand your animation toolkit and remain competitive in the industry with this
leading resource for 2D and 3D character animation techniques. Apply the industry's
best practices to your own workflows and develop 2D, 3D and hybrid characters with
ease. With side by side comparisons of 2D and 3D character design, improve your
character animation and master traditional principles and processes including weight
and balance, timing and walks. Develop characters inspired by humans, birds, fish,
snakes and four legged animals. Breathe life into your character and develop a
characters personality with chapters on acting, voice-synching and facial
expressions. Expertly integrate core animation techniques with your software of
choice featuring step-by-step tutorials, highlighting 3ds Max, Maya and Blender
workflows. Adapt the tips, tricks and techniques for unique projects like character design
for rotoscoping and motion capture. Advance beyond the fundamentals of 2D and
3D character animation with the companion website which includes short
demonstration movies, 2D and 3D exercises and fully rigged character models.
Introduction to AutoCAD 2010 -2D & 3D Design
Alf Yarwood provides a practical, structured course of work matched to the latest release
of AutoCAD. After introducing first principles and the creation of 2D technical drawings,
he goes on to demonstrate the construction of 3D solid drawings, surface model drawings
and rendering. All the new features of the 2010 software release are taken into account
and the increasing emphasis on 3D solid modelling in the software is reflected in the
book. The 2D chapters are also suitable for those learning how to use AutoCAD LT
2010. Suitable for all new users of AutoCAD, this book is particularly applicable to
vocational and introductory level undergraduate courses in engineering and
construction. Further Education students in the UK will find this an ideal textbook to cater
for the City & Guilds 4353 and 2303 qualifications and the relevant CAD units of
BTEC National and BTEC Higher National Engineering and Construction schemes from
Edexcel. Many Foundation Degrees also contain CAD modules for which this book can be
of use
Foundations of Computing
This New Edition Of The Popular Foundations Of Computing Book Is Designed To Provide
Its Readers With Sound Concepts And Knowledge Of Computers And Information
Technology. Its Chapters And Their Contents Are Chosen Carefully To Introduce The
Readers To Important Concepts In Computer Science (cs). Computer Applications (ca)
And Information Technology (it) Through A Single Book. East Chapter Addresses
Fundamental Concepts, Popular Technologies And Current State-of-the-art Topics.Thanks
for free eBook Download of Foundations of Computing By Pradeep K. Sinha, Priti Sinha
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Computer Fundamentals
Computer Fundamentals is designed to serve as an ideal textbook for various
introductory courses offered in Computer Science, Information Technology, and other
related areas. Readers will find sufficient coverage of all major Topics in the field,
including : 1. Characteristics, Generations, Classification, and Basic Organization
of computers. 2. Number systems, Computer codes, Binary arithmetic, Boolean algebra,
and Logic circuits. 3. Internal structure and functioning of CPU, Memory, Secondary
Storage devices, and I/O devices. 4. Computer software, its various types with examples,
and the commonly used tools and techniques for planning, development, implementation,
and operation of Software systems. 5. Computer languages, Operating systems,
Data communications & computer networks, and Database technologies. 6. An introduction
to C Programming language. 7. The Internet, Multimedia Computing systems and
their applications, and many more...
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Windows XP Just the Steps For Dummies
While there are so many consumers that are interested in upgrading their
Windows computers, to the newer Windows Vista or Windows 7 software, there are many
of us who actually don't even know how to operate their computers with the Windows
XP operating system. This book is for those who just want a fast setup, when they
don't actually have the time. The Windows XP Just The Steps for Dummies, is from
the dummies book series. This edition is a short breakdown of ow simple it is to setup
and operate Windows XP. Although there are several features that actually handle well,
it unfortunately misses out for being a more comprehensive reflection on how to operate
on certain features more vividly like Windows Media Player, and how to make sure
your earlier Windows programs that aren't as comprehensive on working with XP, that can
be allowed as a loophole. All in all, I really recommend for all the basic Windows XP
For Dummies 2nd Edition instead. It is a much better book, that gives a more
definitive reflection for all Windows computer owners.
This e-book contains264 pages.
Facebook For Dummies (2nd edition)
Learn to:
Create a Profile, navigate the site, and use privacy features
Find friends and Groups
Add applications and upload photos to your Facebook page
Build a fan page or get the word out about an event
Facebook secrets revealed! Keep up with friends, family, classmates, and business contacts
Is everybody on Facebook except you? Change that with this friendly guide. These
Facebook experts show you how to set up your Profile, protect your privacy, find friends
and family members, learn what's happening in their lives, and keep them up to date
on yours. You can even improve your business life with Facebook �� here's how!
Beginning Java
Find out why thousands have turned to Ivor Horton for learning Java
Ivor Horton's approach is teaching Java is so effective and popular that he is one of
the leading authors of introductory programming tutorials, with over 160,000 copies of
his Java books sold. In this latest edition, whether you're a beginner or an
experienced programmer switching to Java, you'll learn how to build real-world
Java applications using Java SE 7. The author thoroughly covers the basics as well as
new features such as extensions and classes; extended coverage of the Swing
Application Framework; and he does it all in his unique, highly accessible style that
beginners love.
Provides a thorough introduction to the latest version of the Java programming
language, Java SE 7
Introduces you to a host of new features for both novices and experienced programmers
Covers the basics as well as new language extensions and classes and class methods
Guides you through the Swing Application Framework for creating Swing apps
Uses numerous step-by-step programming examples to guide you through the
development process
There's no better way to get thoroughly up to speed on the latest version of Java than
with Ivor Horton's latest, comprehensive guide.
Succeeding in Business with Microsoft Access 2010: A
Problem-Solving Approach
SUCCEEDING IN BUSINESS WITH MICROSOFT ACCESS 2010 prepares your students to
solve business problems by moving beyond the basic "point and click" skills to think
critically about realistic business situations. When students combine software analysis
with their own decision making abilities, they are more likely meet any business
challenge with success. The Succeeding in Business Series emphasizes problemsolving, critical thinking, and analysis - challenging students to find efficient and
effective solutions.
HTML5 Mobile Development Cookbook
Recipes for building fast, responsive HTML5 mobile websites for iPhone 5, Android,
Windows Phone and Blackberry
Solve your cross platform development issues by implementing device and content
adaptation recipes.
Maximum action, minimum theory allowing you to dive straight into HTML5 mobile
web development.
Incorporate HTML5-rich media and geo-location into your mobile websites.
Professional Visual Basic 2010 and .NET 4
Intermediate and advanced coverage of Visual Basic 2010 and .NET 4 for
professional developers
If you've already covered the basics and want to dive deep into VB and .NET topics
that professional programmers use most, this is your book. You'll find a quick review
of introductory topics-always helpful-before the author team of experts moves you
quickly into such topics as data access with ADO.NET, Language Integrated Query
(LINQ), security, ASP.NET web programming with Visual Basic, Windows workflow,
threading, and more.
You'll explore all the new features of Visual Basic 2010 as well as all the essential
functions that you need, including .NET features such as LINQ to SQL, LINQ to XML, WCF,
and more. Plus, you'll examine exception handling and debugging, Visual Studio features,
and ASP.NET web programming.
Expert author team helps you master the tools and techniques you need most for
professional programming
Reviews why Visual Basic 2010 will be synonymous with writing code in Visual Studio 2010
Focuses on .NET features such as LINQ, LINQ to SQL, LINQ to XML, WPF, workflow, and more
Discusses exception handling and debugging, data access with ADO.NET, Visual
Studio features for Visual Basic developers, Windows programming with Windows Forms,
ASP.NET web programming with VB, communication interfaces, Windows workflow,
and threading
This Wrox guide presents you with updated coverage on topics you need to know now.
writing-apache-modules-with-perland-c.9781565925670.16250.pdf/ Writing Apache
Modules with Perl and C
This book was designed for application developers who already have some experience
with web programming. We assume that you understand CGI scripting, know how to
produce HTML pages dynamically, and can create fill-out forms and process their
contents. We also assume that you know the basics of web server administration—if not
with the Apache server itself, then with another Unix or Microsoft Windows-based web server.
SAP Security: SAP Security Essentials
The Essential Guide to SAP Security and Audit Concepts With 75+ Security Essentials,
FAQs, and Step by Step Examples It' s clear that security and audit are among the
most challenging areas in SAP Learning can be difficult. SAP Security Essentials is a
direct answer to the need for practical security information for SAP users, consultants,
and managers. From default passwords to authorization profiles, SAP Security Essentials
will put you on the path to understanding what you really need to know. The book is
a collection of references that every Security consultant should have at the ready. More
than just a rehash of SAP documentation and sales presentations, each question is based
on project knowledge and experience gained on successful high-profile SAP
implementations. SAP Security Essentials Includes. Finding Audit Critical
Combinations. Authentication, Transaction Logging, and Passwords. Roles, Profiles, and
User Management. ITAR, DCAA, DCMA, and Audit Requirements.The most important
security settings to know. Security Tuning, Tips & Tricks, and FAQ. SAP Authorization Concept.
Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing
With all the material available in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and soft
computing-texts, monographs, and journal articles-there remains a serious gap in
the literature. Until now, there has been no comprehensive resource accessible to a
broad audience yet containing a depth and breadth of information that enables the reader
to fully understand and readily apply AI and soft computing concepts.
Dreamweaver CS5.5 Mobile and Web Development
with HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery
Dreamweaver is the most powerful and industry-leading web design software that
utilizes cutting edge web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery for web and
mobile development. These technologies have radically reconfigured the process of
designing Web content and function in the widest possible range of browsing
environments ranging from desktops to mobile devices.
Learn HTML5 and javascript for Android
Learn HTML5 and javascript for Android teaches the essential HTML5 and javascript skills
you need to make great apps for the Android platform and browser.
Java Programming, From The Ground Up
Java Programming, From The Ground Up, with its flexible organization, teaches Java in a
way that is refreshing, fun, interesting and still has all the appropriate programming
pieces for students to learn. The motivation behind this writing is to bring a logical,
readable, entertaining approach to keep your students involved. Each chapter has a
Bigger Picture section at the end of the chapter to provide a variety of interesting
related topics in computer science.
The writing style is conversational and not overly technical so it addresses
programming concepts appropriately. Because of the flexibile organization of the text, it
can be used for a one or two semester introductory Java programming class, as well as
using Java as a second language.
The text contains a large variety of carefully designed exercises that are more effective
than the competition.
Machinima For Dummies
Use this book to learn how you can, at little or no expense, make virtually any movie
using Machinima. The authors guide you from making your first Machinima movie to
a grounding in both conventional filmmaking and Machinima technology that will let
you tackle very complex film projects.
Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach, 3rd Edition
The long-anticipated revision of this #1 selling book offers the most comprehensive, state
of the art introduction to the theory and practice of artificial intelligence for
modern applications. Intelligent Agents. Solving Problems by Searching. Informed
Search Methods. Game Playing. Agents that Reason Logically. First-order Logic. Building
a Knowledge Base. Inference in First-Order Logic. Logical Reasoning Systems.
Practical Planning. Planning and Acting. Uncertainty. Probabilistic Reasoning Systems.
Making Simple Decisions. Making Complex Decisions. Learning from Observations.
Learning with Neural Networks. Reinforcement Learning. Knowledge in Learning. Agents
that Communicate. Practical Communication in English. Perception. Robotics. For
computer professionals, linguists, and cognitive scientists interested in artificial intelligence.
Java Programming, 5th edition
Java Programming, Fifth Edition provides the beginning programmer with a guide
to developing applications using the Java programming language. Java is popular
among professional programmers because it can be used to build visually interesting GUI
and Web-based applications. Java also provides an excellent environment for the
beginning programmer - a student quickly can build useful programs while learning the
basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques.
Programming in Coffee Script
If you can do it in JavaScript, you can do it better in CoffeeScript. And, since
CoffeeScript ��compiles down�� to JavaScript, your code will fit neatly into virtually
any web environment.
Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL and Apache All in One
(5th Edition)
In just a short time, you can learn how to use PHP, MySQL, and Apache together to
create dynamic, interactive websites and applications using the three leading opensource web development technologies. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach,
each lesson in this book builds on the previous ones, enabling you to learn the essentials
of PHP scripting, MySQL databases, and the Apache web server from the ground up.
Programming in Go: Creating Applications for the 21st Century
Your Hands-On Guide to Go, the Revolutionary New Language Designed for
Concurrency, Multicore Hardware, and Programmer Convenience
Foundation Website Creation with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
Foundation Website Creation with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript shows the entire process
of building a website. This process involves much more than just technical knowledge,
and this book provides all the information you'll need to understand the concepts
behind designing and developing for the Web, as well as the best means to
deliver professional results based on best practices.
Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 with PHP: Training from the Source
This Adobe-approved, project-based guide from one of the world's most popular web
design authors, David Powers, will teach readers how to progress from designing
static websites to building dynamic websites in Adobe Dreamweaver CS5.
Beginning Android Web Apps Development: Develop
for Android using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
With Beginning Android Web Apps Development, you'll learn how to apply HTML5,
CSS3, JavaScript, Ajax and other Web standards for use on the Android mobile platform,
by building a variety of fun and visually stimulating games and other web applications!
If you've done some basic web development, and you want to build your skills to
create exceptional web apps, you'll find everything you seek in the discussions and
examples in this book.
CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics Book
Upon publication, the first edition of the CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics
received overwhelming accolades for its unparalleled scope, readability, and utility. It
soon took its place among the top selling books in the history of Chapman & Hall/CRC, and
its popularity continues unabated.Yet also unabated has been the dedication of author
Eric Weisstein to collecting, cataloging, and referencing mathematical facts, formulas,
and definitions. He has now updated most of the original entries and expanded
the Encyclopedia to include 1000 additional pages of illustrated entries.The accessibility of
the Encyclopedia along with its broad coverage and economical price make it attractive to
the widest possible range of readers and certainly a must for libraries, from the secondary
to the professional and research levels. For mathematical definitions, formulas,
figures, tabulations, and references, this is simply the most impressive compendium available.
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Rules of Golf in Plain English
The hopes of renowned writer and golfer Henry Longhurst��and millions of golfers
before and after him��have finally been realized. In The Rules of Golf in Plain English,
Bryan A. Garner, American English language and usage expert, and Jeffrey S.
Kuhn, volunteer USGA rules official, have translated the knotty Rules with the
encouragement and permission of the United States Golf Association. The result is a
modern, readable version that offers, for the first time, clear guidance to both amateurs
and professionals.
Geographic Answer Book: Fast Facts About Our World
A multifaceted reference book for the 21st century, the Answer Book will fascinate with upto-date, authoritative, and endlessly interesting information about the world today.
From earth sciences to astronomy, from climate and habitats to human arts and
cultures, from ancient history to cutting-edge technology, and including brief
descriptions, flags, and statistics of all the countries of the world, it delivers exactly the
kind of quick-dip information that modern readers crave.
Learn HTML5 and JavaScript for iOS: Web Standardsbased Apps for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
You have a great idea for a simple mobile web app. Or, you have a great idea for
a complicated mobile web app. Either way, Learn HTML5 and JavaScript for iOS will help
you build, fine-tune, and publish your app for iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Scott Preston
will walk you through building a mobile web app from scratch using real-world
examples. You'll learn about design considerations, mobile web frameworks, and
HTML5 features like animation and graphics using Canvas. You'll also learn how to
customize your app for a variety of platforms, and you'll explore testing and performance
tips for your app.
WebGL Beginner's Guide
WebGL is a new web technology that brings hardware-accelerated 3D graphics to the
browser without installing additional software. As WebGL is based on OpenGL and brings in
a new concept of 3D graphics programming to web development, it may seem unfamiliar
to even experienced Web developers.
Learning Rails 3
If you’re a web developer or designer ready to learn Rails, this unique book is the ideal
way to start.
Rather than throw you into the middle of the framework’s Model-View-Controller
architecture, Learning Rails 3 works from the outside in. You’ll begin with the foundations
of the Web you already know, and learn how to create something visible with Rails view
layer. Then you’ll tackle the more difficult inner layers: the database models and
controller code.
Visual Models for Software Requirements
Apply best practices for capturing, analyzing, and implementing software
requirements through visual models��and deliver better results for your business.
The authors��experts in eliciting and visualizing requirements��walk you through a
simple but comprehensive language of visual models that has been used on hundreds of
real-world, large-scale projects. Build your fluency with core concepts��and gain
essential, scenario-based context and implementation advice��as you progress through
each chapter.
Combinatorial Algorithms: For Computers and Calculators
This book can be read at several levels. Those whose only need is to use one of the
computer programs can turn immediately to those pages and satisfy their wants. Thus,
on one level, this is a collection of subroutines, in FORTRAN, for the solution of
combinatorial problems. At the other extreme, pure mathematicians with no need
of computer programs will find much that is new and hopefully interesting in these pages.
Readers will want to follow the entire road from general mathematics to
particular mathematics to informal algorithm to formal algorithm to computer program
and back again, which occurs in virtually every chapter of the book.
Readers will view methods and programs as a beginning set of building blocks for their
own kit of tools and will go on to add to these tools to meet their own needs, so that
the contents of this book will be not a collection of pretty artifacts to be looked at but
basic elements of the growing and working equipment of scientific investigation and learning.
Android in Action, Third edition
Android in Action, Third Edition is a comprehensive tutorial for Android developers. This
fast-paced book puts you in the driver's seat - you'll master the SDK, build WebKit apps
using HTML 5, and even learn to extend or replace Android's built-in features by
building useful and intriguing examples.
About the Technology
When it comes to mobile apps, Android can do almost anything, and with this book, so
can you! Android, Google's popular mobile operating system and SDK for tablets and
smart phones, is the broadest mobile platform available. It is Java-based, HTML5-aware,
and loaded with the features today's mobile users demand.
About this Book
Android in Action, Third Edition takes you far beyond "Hello Android." You'll master the
SDK, build WebKit apps using HTML 5, and even learn to extend or replace Android's builtin features. You'll find interesting examples on every page as you explore crossplatform graphics with RenderScript, the updated notification system, and the
Native Development Kit. This book also introduces important tablet concepts like dragand-drop, fragments, and the Action Bar, all new in Android 3.
What's Inside
Covers Android 3.x
SDK and WebKit development from the ground up
Driving a robot with Bluetooth and sensors
Image processing with Native C code
This book is written for hobbyists and developers. A background in Java is helpful. No
prior experience with Android is assumed.
Building Websites with HTML5 to Work with Mobile Phones
The goal of this ebook is to introduce you to mobile Web development. In many ways it
is very similar to desktop Web site development - HTML5 is HTML5 no matter what device
you install it on.What is different is how you use and interface with the device.
Smartphones and tablets like the iPad, iPhone, and android devices are just very
different than laptops and desktops.
Java Programming Fundamentals: Problem Solving
Through Object Oriented Analysis and Design
While Java texts are plentiful, it��s difficult to find one that takes a real-world approach,
and encourages novice programmers to build on their Java skills through practical
exercise. Written by an expert with 19 experience teaching computer programming,
Java Programming Fundamentals presents object-oriented programming by
employing examples taken from everyday life.
Provides a foundation in object-oriented design principles and UML notation
Describes common pitfalls and good programming practices
Furnishes supplemental links, documents, and programs on its companion website,
www.premnair.net
Uses day-to-day life examples to introduce every object-oriented and programming concept
Includes an extensive stand-alone chapter on GUI and event programming
Contains numerous examples, self-check questions, quick review material and an
extensive list of both programming and non-programming exercises
The text presents object-oriented design and programming principles in a
completely integrated and incremental fashion. It correlates each concept to a realworld application example and then introduces the corresponding Java language
construct. The approach continues throughout the book, in that every concept is
first introduced through practical examples, followed by short programming tutorials.
To round out its coverage, the book provides several case studies, which illustrate
various design issues and demonstrate the usefulness of techniques presented throughout
the book.
Using its one-of-a-kind approach, Java Programming Fundamentals demonstrates the
object-oriented design techniques required to simulate actual real-life situations
without compromising study of traditional programming constructs and structures.
BlackBerry Development Fundamentals
The BlackBerry smartphone is today’s #1 mobile platform for the enterprise and also a
huge hit with consumers. Until now, it’s been difficult for programmers to find everything
they need to begin developing new applications for BlackBerry devices.
BlackBerry Development Fundamentals is the solution: the first single-source guide to
all aspects of development for the BlackBerry platform.
This book thoroughly reviews the BlackBerry’s unique capabilities and limitations, helps
you optimize your upfront design choices, and covers native rich-client applications and
Web-based mobile applications for both business and consumer environments. In addition,
it is an excellent study guide for the BlackBerry Certified Application Developer exam
(BCX-810).
Coverage includes
-The hows,whys, and best practices of BlackBerry development
-Planning for and managing the BlackBerry platform’s restrictions
-Selecting the correct development platform for your BlackBerry applications
-Describing the different paths any application can take to get to the data it needs
-Explaining the capabilities provided by the BlackBerry Mobile Data System (MDS)
-Pushing application data to both enterprise and consumer BlackBerry devices using
MDS, Web Signals, and the BlackBerry Push APIs
-Dealing with both the special capabilities and limitations of the BlackBerry browser
-Building, testing, and debugging BlackBerry browser applications
-Understanding the tools available to Java developers
-Using Research In Motion’s Java development tools to build, test, and debug BlackBerry
Java applications
Advanced BlackBerry Development
With thousands of people attending Research In Motion (RIM) development
conferences, people are hungry for information on how to work with BlackBerry devices
and how to build complex applications. Building on the Beginning BlackBerry
Development title from Apress, this book explores the tools needed to create
truly professional-looking applications that exploit the most compelling features of
BlackBerry phones.
A Practical Guide to Designing the Invisible
It's not enough to design a website that looks nice. What's the story? Why is that
header green? Why is that icon shaped like a fish? Designing for the web is not just
about fancy layouts, the latest CSS3 or HTML5 or UX technique. Great web experiences tell
a great story, and Designing the Invisible will give you the tools to help you do it.
"Absolute Java" by Walter Savitch – (Part-1)
This book is designed to serve as a textbook and reference for programming in the
Java language. For undergraduate students in Computer Science and Computer
Programming courses. Praised for providing an engaging balance of thoughtful examples
and explanatory discussion, best-selling author Walt Savitchs explain concepts and
techniques in a straightforward style using understandable language and code enhanced by
a suite of pedagogical tools. AThis book is appropriate for both introductory and
intermediate programming courses introducing Java.
"Absolute Java" by Walter Savitch – (Part-2)
For undergraduate students in Computer Science and Computer Programming
courses. Praised for providing an engaging balance of thoughtful examples and
explanatory discussion, best-selling author Walt Savitchs explain concepts and techniques in
a straightforward style using understandable language and code enhanced by a suite
of pedagogical tools. Absolute Java is appropriate for both introductory and
intermediate programming courses introducing Java.
SAS 9.1 Language Reference: Dictionary, Volumes 1, 2, and 3
At the heart of SAS is Base SAS software, which provides tools that are essential
for mastering the tasks common to your business applications. This comprehensive
reference manual provides you with a complete selection of reference entries for
individual elements of the SAS language in an alphabetized, encyclopedia format. It
contains data set options, formats and informats, functions and CALL routines,
statements and system options that support Base SAS, and how to use the DATA
step debugger. You can use this title for complete reference information for all features of
the SAS language, except procedures (documented elsewhere), that are not specific to
an operating system. SAS Language Reference: Concepts is a companion volume to this
title, providing essential concepts for SAS features, the DATA step, and SAS files. This title
is also available online. This title is intended for users who have previous experience with
SAS or w
Concepts of Programming Languages, 9th edition
Concepts of Programming Languages is ideal for undergraduate students in Computer
Science and Computer Programming courses. It is an ideal reference encapsulating
the history and future of programming languages.
Now in its Ninth Edition, Concepts of Programming Languages introduces students to
the main constructs of contemporary programming languages and provides the tools
needed to critically evaluate existing and future programming languages. Readers gain a
solid foundation for understanding the fundamental concepts of programming
languages through the author's presentation of design issues for various language
constructs, the examination of the design choices for these constructs in some of the
most common languages, and critical comparison of the design alternatives. In
addition, Sebesta strives to prepare the reader for the study of compiler design by
providing an in-depth discussion of programming language structures, presenting a
formal method of describing syntax, and introducing approaches to lexical and
syntactic analysis.
Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science
Explores basic concepts of theoretical computer science and shows how they apply to
current programming practice. Coverage ranges from classical topics, such as
formal languages, automata, and compatibility, to formal semantics, models for
concurrent computation, and program semantics.
jQuery for Designers: Beginner's Guide
jQuery is awesome for designers �C it builds easily on the CSS and HTML you already
know and allows you to create impressive effects with just a few lines of code.
However, without a background in programming, JavaScript �C on which jQuery is built
�C can feel intimidating
Learning JavaScript Design Patterns
With this digital Early Release edition of Learning JavaScript Design Patterns, you get
the entire book bundle in its earliest form �C the author��s raw and unedited content �C
so you can take advantage of this content long before the book��s official release.
You��ll also receive updates when significant changes are made, as well as the final
ebook version.
An Introduction to IMS: Your Complete Guide to
IBM Information Management System, 2nd Edition
Over 90% of the top Fortune 1000 companies rely on IBM��s Information
Management System (IMS) for their most critical IBM System z data management
needs: 50,000,000,000+ transactions run through IMS databases every day. What��s
more, IBM continues to upgrade IMS: Versions 12, 11, and 10 meet today��s
business challenges more flexibly and at a lower cost than ever before. In An Introduction
to IMS, Second Edition, leading IBM experts present the definitive technical introduction
to these versions of IMS.
How to Design Programs: An Introduction to Programming
and Computing
This introduction to programming places computer science in the core of a liberal
arts education. Unlike other introductory books, it focuses on the program design
process. This approach fosters a variety of skills--critical reading, analytical thinking,
creative synthesis, and attention to detail--that are important for everyone, not just
future computer programmers.The book exposes readers to two fundamentally new
ideas. First, it presents program design guidelines that show the reader how to analyze
a problem statement; how to formulate concise goals; how to make up examples; how
to develop an outline of the solution, based on the analysis; how to finish the program;
and how to test. Each step produces a well-defined intermediate product. Second, the
book comes with a novel programming environment, the first one explicitly designed
for beginners. The environment grows with the readers as they master the material in
the book until it supports a full-fledged language for the whole spectrum of
programming tasks.All the book's support materials are available for free on the Web.
The Web site includes the environment, teacher guides, exercises for all levels, solutions,
and additional projects.
Cloud Application Architectures: Building Applications
and Infrastructure in the Cloud
If you're involved in planning IT infrastructure as a network or system architect,
system administrator, or developer, this book will help you adapt your skills to work
with these highly scalable, highly redundant infrastructure services.
Adobe Photoshop CS2 for Photographers
Why Choose this book:
. Inside Advantage: Written for photographers by a photographer! Martin shares his
expert knowledge to help you combine photography and Photoshop to develop
memorable images
Concepts of Programming Languages, 10th Edition
Now in its Tenth Edition, Concepts of Programming Languages introduces students to
the main constructs of contemporary programming languages and provides the tools
needed to critically evaluate existing and future programming languages. Readers gain a
solid foundation for understanding the fundamental concepts of programming
languages through the author's presentation of design issues for various language
constructs, the examination of the design choices for these constructs in some of the
most common languages, and critical comparison of the design alternatives. In
addition, Sebesta strives to prepare the reader for the study of compiler design by
providing an in-depth discussion of programming language structures, presenting a
formal method of describing syntax, and introducing approaches to lexical and
syntactic analysis.
Java 7 for Absolute Beginners (For Absolute Beginners Apress)
Java 7 Programming for Absolute Beginners introduces the new core, open source
Java Development Kit. Its focus is on practical knowledge and its completeness��it
provides all the bits and pieces an utter novice needs to get started programming in Java.
It seems as if everyone is writing applications or apps these days for Android, BlackBerry,
and the enterprise��it's where the money's at. But, how do they do it? Well, it's best to
start by learning Java, one of the most popular programming languages around these
days, still. Yes, that's right.
This book:
Teaches Java development in language anyone can understand, giving you the best
possible start
Provides simple, step-by-step examples that make learning easy, allowing you to pick up
the concepts without fuss
Offers clear code descriptions and layout so that you can get your code running as soon
as possible
What you��ll learn
How a computer processes programs
Write a program in Java
Debug a program
Choose and manipulate the data structures that best match your purpose
Create a user interface in Java
How to do animation in a Java program
Advanced topics such as thread management and recursion that any programmer will
soon need
Everyone! This book is for anyone who wants to learn to develop applications or apps for
the enterprise or mobile using Android or BlackBerry and much more. No
previous programming experience is necessary.
Drupal 7 Theming Cookbook
Over 100 recipes that cover all aspects of customizing and developing unique Drupal themes.
Spice up your Drupal themes
A complete update for Drupal 7, with added information for the Field API, Views, and Panels
Part of Packt's Cookbook series with lots of practical recipes for solving the most
common theming problems
In Detail
The greatest strength of Drupal lies in its design which, when employed correctly,
allows developers to literally handcraft every aspect of a site, so that it looks and
performs exactly how they want it to. While it is reasonably straightforward to download
a Drupal theme and install it, doing anything beyond that is not. Using custom
themes requires familiarity and experience with Drupal's theming system, especially if
you want to easily administer and maintain your themes.
Drupal 7 Theming Cookbook provides a plethora of recipes that enable Drupal
template designers to make full use of its extensibility and style their site just the way
they want it. It is a well-rounded guide which will allow users to take full advantage
of Drupal's theming system.
This cookbook starts with recipes which address the basics of Drupal's theme
system, including regions and blocks. It then moves on to advanced topics such as creating
a custom theme and using it to modify the layout and style of content. With the
introduction of the Field API and the growing importance of Views and Panels in Drupal
7, chapters have been dedicated to each feature. You will also learn many techniques
for dealing with Drupal's templating system, which will allow you create themes
which surpass even the existing Drupal and contributed modules.
Improve your knowledge of the basics of Drupal theming such as installing and enabling
a downloaded theme, changing the logo, and adding a slogan
Customize the look of your website by configuring and extending your existing themes
with sub-themes
Create custom themes from scratch for websites that demand a fresh looks
Use the PHP Template theming engine to override module output and style it using a theme
Style and manipulate the content of your website by adding CSS and JavaScript files
via themes and modules
Manipulate images on the fly using the Image API and the Image module
Jazz up the design of your site by incorporating JavaScript elements
Design complex site layouts rapidly with Panels
Approach
Part of Packt's Cookbook series, this book offers solutions to common theme design
problems in the form of recipes. Each recipe contains step-by-step instructions
and screenshots. The book is designed so that you can read it chapter by chapter, or you
can refer to each recipe in no particular order.
This book is for Drupal developers and administrators who want to refresh the look and feel
of their site. We assume that readers are familiar with basic PHP, CSS, and XHTML as well
as the general use of Drupal.
Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis in Java, 3rd Edition
Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis in Java is an ��advanced algorithms�� book
that fits between traditional CS2 and Algorithms Analysis courses. In the old ACM
Curriculum Guidelines, this course was known as CS7. This text is for readers who want
to learn good programming and algorithm analysis skills simultaneously so that they
can develop such programs with the maximum amount of efficiency. Readers should
have some knowledge of intermediate programming, including topics as objectbased programming and recursion, and some background in discrete math.
As the speed and power of computers increases, so does the need for effective
programming and algorithm analysis. By approaching these skills in tandem, Mark Allen
Weiss teaches readers to develop well-constructed, maximally efficient programs in Java.
Weiss clearly explains topics from binary heaps to sorting to NP-completeness, and
dedicates a full chapter to amortized analysis and advanced data structures and
their implementation. Figures and examples illustrating successive stages of
algorithms contribute to Weiss�� careful, rigorous and in-depth analysis of each type
of algorithm. A logical organization of topics and full access to source code complement
the text��s coverage.
Dreamweaver Cs5: Basic, Student Manual
Contents
Introduction
Topic A: About the manual
Topic B: Setting your expectations
Topic C: Re-keying the course
Getting started
Topic A: Internet basics
Topic B: Project management basics
Topic C: The Dreamweaver CS5 interface
Topic D: Basic editing
Unit summary: Getting started
Web sites and pages
Topic A: Planning tools and design principles
Topic B: Defining and building a site
Topic C: Working with code
Unit summary: Web sites and pages
Structure and style
Topic A: Structure
Topic B: Cascading Style Sheets
Unit summary: Structure and style
Tables
Topic A: Creating tables
Topic B: Table structure and formatting
Unit summary: Tables
Links
Topic A: Creating links
Topic B: Applying link styles
Unit summary: Links
Image formats and attributes
Topic A: Working with images
Unit summary: Image formats and attributes
Publishing
Topic A: Site checks and publishing
Unit summary: Publishing
Course summary
Topic A: Course summary
Topic B: Continued learning after class
Glossary
Index
Clout: The Art and Science of Influential Web Content
Results. Everyone wants them, whether to sell more products, spread good ideas, or
win more funding. In our busy digital world, the way to results is influencing people on
the web. But how?
An ad campaign won't cut it. A Twitter account doesn't guarantee it. Manipulative tricks
will backfire. Instead, you need quality, compelling web content that attracts people
and engages them for the long haul.
Clout explains the key principles of influence and how to apply them to web content.
Along the way, those principles come to life with practical examples from
HowStuffWorks.com, Newell Rubbermaid, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
and many more brands.
With this book, you'll:
Discover why a technology feature, marketing campaign, SEO effort, or redesign
aren't enough to influence online.
Understand the business value of compelling web content.
Learn 8 principles for influence from the art of rhetoric and the science of psychology.
Find out what context is and why it's so important to influence.
Jump start your planning for content with a content brief.
Learn how to evaluate your web content and determine whether it's making a difference.
Beginner's Guide to Search Engine Optimization
This book is a concise and clear introduction to the art of search engine optimization
and marketing. It presents current website optimization strategies, discusses their pitfalls
and builds the foundations for long term success. Readers will discover how to get
their website listed on the major search engines quickly and for free, analyze and beat
their competitors' strategies, increase their search engine rankings and boost the number
and quality of visitors.
Introduction to Cryptography: Principles and
Applications, Second edition
Due to the rapid growth of digital communication and electronic data exchange,
information security has become a crucial issue in industry, business, and
administration. Modern cryptography provides essential techniques for securing
information and protecting data.
In the first part, this book covers the key concepts of cryptography on an
undergraduate level, from encryption and digital signatures to cryptographic
protocols. Essential techniques are demonstrated in protocols for key exchange,
user identification, electronic elections and digital cash. In the second part, more
advanced topics are addressed, such as the bit security of one-way functions
and computationally perfect pseudorandom bit generators. The security of
cryptographic schemes is a central topic. Typical examples of provably secure encryption
and signature schemes and their security proofs are given. Though particular attention
is given to the mathematical foundations, no special background in mathematics is
presumed. The necessary algebra, number theory and probability theory are included in
the appendix. Each chapter closes with a collection of exercises.
The second edition contains corrections, revisions and new material, including a
complete description of the AES, an extended section on cryptographic hash functions, a
new section on random oracle proofs, and a new section on public-key encryption
schemes that are provably secure against adaptively-chosen-ciphertext attacks.
Data Compression for Real Programmers
In life, time is money, and on the Internet, the size of data is money. Small programs
and small files take less disk space and cost less to send over the Internet.
Compression Algorithms for Real Programmers describes the basic algorithms and
approaches for compressing information so you can create the smallest files possible.
These new algorithms are making it possible for people to take impossibly large audio
and video files and compress them enough that they can flow over the Internet.
JavaScript Step by Step
Your hands-on, step-by-step guide to the fundamentals of JavaScript development.
Teach yourself how to program with JavaScript one step at time. Ideal for developers
with fundamental programming skills, this practical tutorial provides the clear guidance
and hands-on examples you need to create or customize interactive Web applications
using core JavaScript features and techniques.
Discover how to:
Write and deploy JavaScript code with Microsoft® Visual Studio® 2010, the Eclipse IDE,
or text editors
Work with JavaScript syntax and data types
Use the Document Object Model to retrieve, create, and change HTML elements
Create rollover images and slideshow effects
Validate and provide feedback for user input on Web forms
Manipulate CSS styles and respond to browser events
Develop interactive Web applications using AJAX
Help speed development with JavaScript frameworks such as jQuery
Joomla! Start to Finish: How to Plan, Execute, and
Maintain Your Web Site
Everything you need to know to plan and maintain a Joomla! site
Joomla! offers powerful functionality and ease of configuration, making it an
immensely popular open source content management system. However, far more than
simply downloading and installing Joomla! is required in order to create a dynamic web
site. This book walks you through the critical steps that must be taken in the planning
process prior to establishing a Joomla! site. Joomla! expert Jen Kramer reviews
essential questions that need to be asked of a client, discusses technical solutions to a
variety of challenges, and explains how a site structure should be organized.
Beginning Drupal 7
This book focuses on the nontechnical user who is responsible for building, maintaining,
and managing Drupal web sites. The book covers why you should consider using Drupal
when building a new web site, what Drupal is, installing and configuring Drupal, creating
and managing content, managing users, adding functionality to your web site through
Drupal modules, and more advanced topics on using themes, panels, and views. By
reading this book, you will:
Understand why you should use Drupal and the power of the platform.
Quickly build confidence in your ability to use Drupal.
Gain the knowledge necessary to build, deploy, and manage web sites of
moderate complexity on Drupal 7.
What you’ll learn
What Drupal is and why you should use it
How to install a basic Drupal web site from scratch
How to create content in your new Drupal web site
How to manage users on your new Drupal web site
How to change the look and feel of your new Drupal web site through themes
How to install and configure modules
This book is for nontechnical users who need to use Drupal to manage content, as well as
PHP developers who are new to Drupal.
Beginning WordPress 3
One of the most popular open source blogging and content management systems,
WordPress lets you create a website to promote yourself or your business quickly
and easilyâ?"and better yet, it's free. WordPress is a flexible, user-friendly system, and it
can be extended with a variety of themes and plugins.
Beginning WordPress 3 is a complete guide for the beginning developer who wants to
start using WordPress. You'll learn how to publish and manage online content, add
media, create widgets and plugins, and much more.
What you’ll learn
How to get started with Wordpress, create new content, and import existing content
How to change what appears on a home page, blog post, and more
How to handle media uploads, audio/video players, and podcasting
How to create themes, widgets, and plugins
How to publish, move, maintain, and secure your WordPress sites
This book is for first-time users, designers, and developers of online content, blogs,
and content management systems.
Creating Web Pages For Dummies
Seriously, what do you find here? Easy ways to get published on the Web for any kind
of Internet user we could think of. Ways to make your first Web page rich with
carefully arranged text, graphics, and multimedia, plus the information you need to
go beyond your first Web page and create a multipage personal or business Web site.
And free online tools, which we describe in the book, to help you go as far as you want to
go in creating a Web site.
Beginning Hibernate
Beginning Hibernate, Second Edition is ideal if yoursquo;re experienced in Java
with databases (the traditional, or ldquo;connected,rdquo; approach), but new to
open source, lightweight Hibernatemdash;the de facto object-relational mapping
and database-oriented application development framework. This book packs in brandnew information about the latest release of the Hibernate 3.5 persistence layer and provides
a clear introduction to the current standard for object-relational persistence in Java. And
since the book keeps its focus on Hibernate without wasting time on nonessential thirdparty tools, yoursquo;ll be able to immediately start building transaction-based engines
and applications. Experienced authors Dave Minter and Jeff Linwood provide more indepth examples than any other book for Hibernate beginners. The authors also
present material in a lively, example-based mannermdash;not a dry, theoretical, hard-toread fashion. What yoursquo;ll learnHow to build enterprise Java-based
transactionmdash;type applications that access complex data with Hibernate,
including Software as a Service (SaaS)How to work with Hibernate 3.5Where to integrate
into the persistence lifecycle, including cloud application implicationsHow to map
using annotations, Hibernate XML files, and moreHow to search and query with the
new version of HibernateWhen to integrate with Spring, Grails, and moreWho this book
is forThis book is for Java developers who want to learn about Hibernate.
Beginning Visual Basic 2010
Synonymous with writing code in Visual Studio 2010, Visual Basic is an incredibly
popular programming language. Its speed and ease of use make it a frequent first choice
for new programmers, as well as a heavily favored choice for the more experienced set
eager to learn Visual Basic's latest iteration. This beginning guide provides you with a
solid foundation, unlocking the power and possibilities of Visual Basic 2010 and
giving detailed steps for quickly and easily writing useful programs.
Beginning Microsoft Visual Basic 2010:
Details the process for creating Windows Forms applications, WPF Windows applications,
web applications, WPF browser applications, mobile device applications, and Web Services
Discusses application debugging, error handling, and dealing with unexpected events
Addresses object-oriented programming and how to use it in your applications
Reviews dynamic data web sites and ASP.NET
Introduces XML and shows how it can be used to integrate your applications with others
Explains deploying applications using ClickOnce technology
Covers Access®, SQL Server®, and ADO.NET
Python For Dummies
Python is one of the most powerful, easy-to-read programming languages around, but it
does have its limitations. This general purpose, high-level language that can be extended
and embedded is a smart option for many programming problems, but a poor solution
to others.
Python For Dummies is the quick-and-easy guide to getting the most out of this
robust program. This hands-on book will show you everything you need to know
about building programs, debugging code, and simplifying development, as well as
defining what actions it can perform. You’ll wrap yourself around all of its advanced
features and become an expert Python user in no time. This guide gives you the tools
you need to:
Master basic elements and syntax
Document, design, and debug programs
Work with strings like a pro
Direct a program with control structures
Integrate integers, complex numbers, and modules
Build lists, stacks, and queues
Create an organized dictionary
Handle functions, data, and namespace
Construct applications with modules and packages
Call, create, extend, and override classes
Access the Internet to enhance your library
Understand the new features of Python 2.5
Packed with critical idioms and great resources to maximize your productivity, Python
For Dummies is the ultimate one-stop information guide. In a matter of minutes you’ll
be familiar with Python’s building blocks, strings, dictionaries, and sets; and be on your
way to writing the program that you’ve dreamed about!
Beginning JavaScript,4th Edition
The perennial bestseller returns with new details for using the latest tools and
techniques available with JavaScript
JavaScript is the definitive language for making the Web a dynamic, rich, interactive
medium. This guide to JavaScript builds on the success of previous editions and
introduces you to many new advances in JavaScript development. The reorganization of
the chapters helps streamline your learning process while new examples provide you
with updated JavaScript programming techniques.
You'll get all-new coverage of Ajax for remote scripting, JavaScript frameworks,
JavaScript and XML, and the latest features in modern Web browsers. Plus, all the
featured code has been updated to ensure compliance with the most recent popular
Web browsers.
?Introduces you to the latest capabilities of JavaScript, the definitive language for
developing dynamic, rich, interactive Web sites
?Features new coverage of data types and variables, JavaScript and XML, Ajax for
remote scripting, and popular JavaScript frameworks
?Offers updated code that ensures compliance with the most popular Web browsers
?Includes improved examples on the most up-to-date JavaScript programming techniques
Continuing in the superlative tradition of the first three editions, Beginning JavaScript,
Fourth Edition, gets you up to speed on all the new advances in JavaScript development.
From the Back Cover
Step�Cby�Cstep guidance to creating powerful web apps with JavaScript
JavaScript allows you to enhance your web pages and web applications by providing
dynamic, personalized, and interactive content. Serving as a great introduction to
JavaScript, this book offers all you need to start using JavaScript on your web pages
right away. It��s fully updated and covers utilizing JavaScript with the latest versions of
the Internet Explorer?, Firefox?, and Safari? browsers.
?Walks you through the basics of JavaScript: what it is, how it works, and what you can
do with it
?Covers the various tools needed to create JavaScript web applications
?Escorts you through selecting a single character from a string, converting character codes
to a string, and copying string parts
?Shows you how to join arrays, copy parts of an array, sort arrays, and reverse an
array��s order
?Explains how using a JavaScript framework (such as jQuery, Prototype, and
MooTools) makes JavaScript programming faster and more efficient
?Offers an in�Cdepth look at Ajax
?Reviews common mistakes, debugging, and error handling
C++ Programming for the Absolute Beginner
If you are new to programming with C++ and are looking for a solid introduction, this is
the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the "For the
Absolute Beginner"™ series teach the principles of programming through simple
game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical C++
programming applications and will learn how these skills can be put to use in realworld scenarios. Throughout the chapters, you will find code samples that illustrate
concepts presented. At the end of each chapter, you will find a complete game
that demonstrates the key ideas in the chapter, a summary of the chapter, and a set
of challenges that tests your newfound knowledge. By the time you finish this book, you’ll
be well versed in C++ and be able to apply the basic programming principles you’ve
learned to the next programming language you tackle.
Java for dummies 4th Ed (incl source code and bonus chapters)
Get an overview of Java 6 and begin building your own programs. Even if you're new to
Java programming��or to programming in general��you can get up and running on
this wildly popular language in a hurry. This book makes it easy! From how to install and
run Java to understanding classes and objects and juggling values with arrays and
collections, you will get up to speed on the new features of Java 6 in no time.
Discover how to
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Use object-oriented programming
Work with the changes in Java 6 and JDK 6
Save time by reusing code
Mix Java and Javascript with the new scripting tools
Troubleshoot code problems and fix bugs
C Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Second Edition
If you are new to programming with C and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the
book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the
absolute beginner™ series teach the principles of programming through simple
game creation. C is not an easy language to learn, but fortunately the clear
explanations, examples, and pictures in this book make learning C easy and fun. Each
chapter contains programming challenges, a chapter review, and a complete program
that uses chapter-based concepts to construct an easily built application. You will acquire
the skills that you need for more practical C programming applications and will learn
how these skills can be put to use in real-world scenarios. Additionally, by the time you
finish this book, you will be able to apply the programming principles you’ve learned to
the next programming language you tackle.
Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology
This encyclopedia can be used in several ways: for example,you can look up specific
entries by referring from topics in the index, or simply by browsing. The nearly 600 entries
in this book are intended to read like “mini-essays,” giving not just the bare definition of
a topic, but also developing its significance for the use of computers and its relationship
to other topics. Related topics are indicated by small capital letters. At the end of each
entry is a list of books, articles,
and/or Web sites for further exploration of the topic. Every effort has been made to make
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students, computer science students, working computer professionals, and adults who wish
to be better informed about computer-related topics and issues.
The appendices provide further information for reference and exploration. They include
a chronology of significant events in computing; a listing of achievements in
computing as recognized in major awards; an additional bibliography to supplement
that given with the entries; and finally, brief descriptions and contact information for
some important organizations in the computer field.
How to Program Using Java
A humorous and friendly introduction to programming for undergraduate students
meeting the subject for the first time. Using Java as a running example, the authors
outline the principles of programming that will serve as a valuable foundation in good
practice for when students meet other languages in later courses. Packed with cartoons
and entertaining examples, this book is an accessible, student friendly guide to
programming for beginners.
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Learn to Program with C++
More than 100,000 programmers owe their careers to Professor John Smiley. In this
unique guide, the guru himself will teach you, in a classroom setting, how to program with C
++. Learn from more than 100 questions and answers as well as real-world
programming projects.
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Professor John Smiley, the programmer guru itself teaches you, in a classroom setting,
how to program with C++. Learn from more than 100 questions and answers as well as
real-world programming projects. Softcover.
C++: A Beginner’s Guide, Second Edition
Essential skills made easy! Written by Herb Schildt, the world’s leading programming
author, this step-by-step book is ideal for first-time programmers or those new to C++.
The modular approach of this series, including sample projects and progress checks, makes
it easy to learn to use C++ at your own pace.
About the Author
Herbert Schildt (Mahomet, IL) is a leading programming author. He is an authority on the C,
C++, Java, and C# programming languages, and a master Windows programmer.
His programming books have sold more than three million copies worldwide and have
been translated into all major foreign languages. He is the author of numerous bestsellers including, C++: The Complete Reference, C: The Complete Reference, C++ from
the Ground Up, Java 2: The Complete Reference, Java 2: A Beginner's Guide, C#:
A Beginner's Guide, The Art of Java and many more. Schildt holds a master's degree
in computer science from the University of Illinois.
Perl: The Complete Reference
By Martin C. Brown Written by Martin Brown, Perl expert and author of the highly praised
first edition, this comprehensive reference is ideal for developers of every level, and
is updated to include coverage of Perl 5.6.
C# in a Nutshell
C# in a Nutshell provides C# programmers with a concise and thorough reference to
the language in one straightforward and accessible volume. Designed as a handbook for
daily use, this book is an essential guide to the C# language and the base class APIs of
the .NET Framework. Programmers will want to keep this book next to their keyboards
for years to come. The heart of the book is a succinct but detailed reference to the
C# language and the .NET types most essential to C# programmers. Each chapter in the
API reference begins with an overview of a .NET namespace and a diagram of its
types, including a quick-reference entry for each type, with name, assembly,
category, description, member availability, class hierarchy, and other relevant
information, such as whether the type is part o the ECMA CLI specification. Newly
updated for .NET Framework version 1.1, the second edition also adds a CD that allows you
to integrate the book's API Quick Reference directly into the help files of Visual Studio .
NET 2002 & 2003, giving you direct access to this valuable information via your computer.
In addition to the API reference section, this book includes:
* An accelerated introduction to the C# language and the .NET Common Language Runtime
* A tutorial section on using C# with the core classes of the .NET Framework Class Library
to perform common tasks such as manipulating strings, I/O, and interacting with
legacy components
* Comprehensive language and tool reference chapters, including a C# syntax summary,
a list of XML documentation tags, and a guide to command-line tools that ship with
Visual Studio .NET and the .NET Framework
* Appendixes with reference tables for regular expression syntax, format specifiers, a
C# keyword glossary, namespace/assembly cross-reference, and a type and member
index for determining in which type a method or field is defined.
Every once in a while, a book becomes the de-facto standard for a technology,
operating system, or programming language--which is exactly what C# in a Nutshell has
done in a single straightforward and easy to use volume. There is no more complete, upto-date reference to the C# Language available.
Windows Vista Administration: The Definitive Guide
Written in jargon-free English that puts concepts in proper context, this book helps
system administrators install, configure, and maintain Microsoft's newest OS. You'll get
a better understanding of Vista's innovations and capabilities, learn how to leverage Vista
to increase worker productivity, discover how the system can best protect sensitive data,
and unlock certain features to improve system performance. This problem-solving
reference lets you quickly access the solutions you need.
Learn Encryption Techniques with BASIC and C++ Book
A highly experienced computer book author and expert in the area of security
and communications provides experienced programmers with a step-by-step examination
of the development of encryption techniques, from the Caesar Cipher through modernday public and private key encryption methods.
This manual provides readers with a step-by-step examination of the development
of encryption techniques from the Caesar cipher to modern-day public and private
key encryption methods. It gives examples which show how messages, files and notes can
be programmed with different levels of security. Numerous techniques are explained in
detail, followed by the development of program modules in both Basic and C++.
The Java Tutorial: A Short Course on the Basics, 4 Edition Book
A hands-on guide to the Java programming language, The Java™ Tutorial, Fourth Edition
is perfect for any developer looking for a proven path to proficiency with Java SE.
This popular tutorial "from the Source" has been completely revised and updated to
cover Version 6 of the Java Platform, Standard Edition.
Written by members of the Java Software team at Sun Microsystems, this book uses a
tested, interactive approach and features real-world problems that help you learn the
Java platform by example.
New to this edition are chapters on generics, collections, Java Web Start, the
platform environment, and regular expressions. Key sections, including the Threads, I/
O, Object-Oriented Programming Concepts, and Language Basics chapters have
been completely rewritten to reflect reader feedback and to cover new features added to
the Java SE 6 platform. A new appendix contains information on how to prepare for the
Java Programming Language Certification exam.
As with the previous editions, you will find clear explanations of the fundamentals of
objects, classes, and data structures, as well as detailed coverage of exceptions, I/O,
and threads. All of the popular features that made this book a classic have been
retained, including convenient summaries at the end of each section and Questions
and Exercises segments to help you practice what you learn.
The Java™ Series is supported, endorsed, and authored by the creators of the
Java technology at Sun Microsystems, Inc. It is the official place to go for complete,
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Mastering ASP.Net with Visual C#
ASP.NET is Microsoft's new technology for developing complex, interactive Web
applications. This comprehensive guide takes C# programmers through all the steps
of developing Web applications that leverage the full power of the .NET technologies.
Joomla! For Dummies
With its pre-coded modules, open source Joomla! is popular for building interactive Web
sites without writing code. This Web site design tool lets you build sites with
discussions, polling, RSS feeds, picture submissions, shopping carts, and a lot more,
quickly and easily and the quickest, easiest way to learn how to use it is Joomla!
For Dummies.
Drupal for Designers
Are you a solo web designer or part of a small team itching to build interesting projects
with Drupal? This hands-on book provides the tools and techniques to get you going.
Award-winning designer Dani Nordin guides you through site planning, teaches you how
to create solid, user-centered design for the Drupal framework, and shows you tricks
for using real, honest-to-goodness, developer Ninja Magick.
Learning iPhone Programming: From Xcode to App Store
Get the hands-on experience you need to program for the iPhone and iPod Touch. With
this easy-to-follow guide, you'll build several sample applications by learning how to
use Xcode tools, the Objective-C programming language, and the core frameworks.
Before you know it, you'll not only have the skills to develop your own apps, you'll know
how to sail through the process of submitting apps to the iTunes App Store.
Android Application Development,
This book, read carefully, can enable any Java programmer to develop useful and
robust applications for Android. It also takes you into the internals in some places, so
you know how Android supports what you’re doing and so you can play around with its
open source code if you like(ISBN-13: 9780596521479).
When Google announced the development of Android, the field of mobile platforms
was already well established. Even in the narrower category of open source platforms,
a number of viable alternatives were being pushed by proponents. Yet Android has
stimulated not only widespread technical interest but rampant speculation about its
potential to completely transform the world of the personal device. Instead of a
convenient prop to support a set of familiar functions, such as phone calls, email,
and restaurant lookups, the electronic device could become an open-ended window into
the whole world��could become, in short, anything that the user and the developer
could think to make it.
Beginning Java
Find out why thousands have turned to Ivor Horton for learning Java
Ivor Horton's approach is teaching Java is so effective and popular that he is one of
the leading authors of introductory programming tutorials, with over 160,000 copies of
his Java books sold. In this latest edition, whether you're a beginner or an
experienced programmer switching to Java, you'll learn how to build real-world
Java applications using Java SE 7. The author thoroughly covers the basics as well as
new features such as extensions and classes; extended coverage of the Swing
Application Framework; and he does it all in his unique, highly accessible style that
beginners love.
Provides a thorough introduction to the latest version of the Java programming
language, Java SE 7
Introduces you to a host of new features for both novices and experienced programmers
Covers the basics as well as new language extensions and classes and class methods
Guides you through the Swing Application Framework for creating Swing apps
Uses numerous step-by-step programming examples to guide you through the
development process
There's no better way to get thoroughly up to speed on the latest version of Java than
with Ivor Horton's latest, comprehensive guide.
Sams Teach Yourself Internet and Web Basics All in One
Find all the answers to a new Internet user's questions in one big, easy-to-use book.
Sams Teach Yourself Internet and Web Basics All in One is designed to teach he
new computer user how to easily work with a variety of digital media. It does not assume
the reader wants to learn how to use just one product, but covers multiple products
and technologies in a logical fashion. Topics covered include: Internet Basics, Choosing
a Service, Web Browsing, Email and Chat, Fun and Games, Stopping Viruses and
Hackers, and Creating Web Pages. If you are a beginning Internet user who wants to
buy one, single book to help you better use your Internet and your computer, or accomplish
a broad range of computer activities Sams Teach Yourself Internet and Web Basics All in
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Adobe Photoshop: Introduction, How to
use it and Art of Techiques
This e-book provides introduction to Adobe Photoshop, explains in detail the utility of
versions CS-3,4 and 5, and teaches the art of using it to serve the purpose with art
of utilizing it. This e-book is a collection of the following e-booklets and e-books:
An Introduction to Photoshop
Photoshop Elements 4 Just the Steps for Dummies
Adobe Photoshop for Intermediate Users
Focus on Adobshop
Mastering Photoshop for Web Design
Adobe Photoshop CS3 A-Z: Tools and Features
Illustrated Ready Reference
Creative Photoshop CS4: Digital Illustration and
Art Techniques
Adobe photoshop CS5 : One-on-One
This e-book contains 2073 pages in totality.
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Windows XP Registry: A Complete Guide to
Customizing and Optimizing Windows XP
Targeting IT professionals, system administrators, and experienced users moving to the Windows XP platform, this book
enables the user to master registry concepts and architecture, provides a historical overview of the registry, and outlines
the differences between Windows 9x/ME and Windows NT/2000/XP registries. Special attention is drawn to the
enhancements in registry architecture introduced with Windows XP, such as faster queries and removal of the registry
size limitation. Covered in depth are how to properly use registry features, how to plan and implement the most
appropriate registry backup strategy, and how to monitor and modify the system registry according to the
administrative requirements and individual needs of the users.
Digital Arts – Photoshop CS6 Special Edition 2012
Digital Arts is the leading resource for creative professionals. Every edition is packed
with forward-thinking design ideas, new digital techniques, and the future trends that
every digital artist needs to be aware of. Inside each edition are tutorials that
demonstrate bleeding-edge techniques using the latest creative software and design
tools. Digital Arts consistently delivers high-quality content and prides itself on
providing unbiased product-led information and professional advice, across all platforms
and disciplines. Digital Arts uses extensive in-house lab facilities for product
assays, producing top-class reviews and trustworthy lab tests. Whether are a
creative professional, design student, or agency owner, Digital Arts is an essential piece
of equipment for your digital toolbox. This e-book contains 624 pages.
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PROLOG Programming for Artificial Intelligence Book
This best-selling guide to Prolog has been fully revised and extended to provide an even greater range of
applications, enhancing its value as a stand-alone guide to Prolog, artificial intelligence, or AI programming.
Ivan Bratko discusses natural language processing with grammar rules, planning, and machine learning. The
coverage of meta-programming includes meta-interpreters and object-oriented programming in Prolog. The
new edition includes coverage of: constraint logic programming; qualitative reasoning; inductive logic
programming; recently developed algorithms; belief networks for handling uncertainty; and a major update
on machine learning. This book is aimed at programmers who need to learn AI programming.
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Python Developer's Handbook Book
The Python Developer's Handbook is designed to expose experienced developers to
Python and its uses. Beginning with a brief introduction to the language and its syntax,
the book moves quickly into more advanced programming topics, including
embedding Python, network programming, GUI toolkits, JPython, Web development,
Python/C API, and more. Python is an interpreted, object-oriented programming language.
Its syntax is simple and easy to learn, and it encourages programmers to write and
think clearly. The Python Developer's Handbook is carefully written, wellorganized introduction to this powerful, fast-growing programming language for
experienced developers. This e-book contains 960 pages.
Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies
A comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to Visual Studio 2010
Visual Studio is Microsoft's comprehensive development environment that encompasses
the .NET Framework, various programming languages, and ASP.NET. Programmers love it
for developing applications for mobile devices and the Web.
Because Visual Studio can be complex, the All-in-One For Dummies format makes it easy
for beginners to grasp its different parts and get up to speed.
* Visual Studio is a development environment used with various programming languages
to create a variety of applications, including those for the Web and mobile devices
* The updated Visual Studio 2010 features new emphasis on development for Windows
7, cloud computing, and enhanced Web and Silverlight
* Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies shows how to build applications using
the enhanced productivity features of Visual Studio 2010
* Minibooks cover a Visual Studio overview, getting started, building Windows 7 and
cloud applications, data access, coding, and other IDE details
* Ideal for new programmers or Java programmers who want to become proficient with
Visual Studio
Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies provides both a great instruction book for
new programmers and a valuable reference for the more experienced.
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Programming the Mobile Web Book
Today's market for mobile apps goes beyond the iPhone to include BlackBerry,
Nokia, Windows Phone, and smartphones powered by Android, webOS, and other
platforms. If you're an experienced web developer, this book shows you how to build
a standard app core that you can extend to work with specific devices. You'll learn
the particulars and pitfalls of building mobile apps with HTML, CSS, and other standard
web tools.
You'll also explore platform variations, finicky mobile browsers, Ajax design patterns
for mobile, and much more. Before you know it, you'll be able to create mashups using
Web 2.0 APIs in apps for the App Store, App World, OVI Store, Android Market, and
other online retailers.
•Learn how to use your existing web skills to move into mobile development
•Discover key differences in mobile app design and navigation, including touch devices
•Use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Ajax to create effective user interfaces in the
mobile environment
•Learn about technologies such as HTML5, XHTML MP, and WebKit extensions
•Understand variations of platforms such as Symbian, BlackBerry, webOS, Bada, Android,
and iOS for iPhone and iPad
•Bypass the browser to create offline apps and widgets using web technologies
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Adobe Acrobat 8 PDF Bible
" The Adobe Acrobat 9 PDF Bible is the comprehensive guide to Acrobat for novices and
power users alike. With its concise, easy-to-read format, this book will have you
creating interactive XML forms, enabling streamlined document review processes,
and publishing high-impact electronic documents in no time."
— Rick Brown, Director of Product Management, Adobe Acrobat
Master the gold standard for portable documents
Find just what you need to incorporate PDFs in your workflows with the newest edition of
this perennial top-selling reference and tutorial from Acrobat guru, Ted Padova. He
packs these pages with tips guaranteed to help you get the most out of this
powerful software. You'll find techniques for creating, editing, and repurposing PDFs
for everything from print to CD-ROMs, the Internet, e-book content, and more. Keep
this classic within reach—you'll turn to it again and again.
Get up to date on PDF standards and Acrobat 9's new features
Convert to PDF from Office, Macs, Web pages, or Adobe CS
Set up, save, and repurpose PDF files for print, Web, or CDs
Create interactive forms and add security
Preflight your PDFs for commercial printing
Add sound to PDF pages, import video, and more
Learn all about using Acrobat.com services for sharing files
Book of SAX: The Simple API for XML
The Book of SAX includes everything XML and Java developers need to write SAX applications. Specific examples show how
to use SAX to solve XML parsing probles that are impractical to address with tree-based technologies--including realtime parsing, very large documents, and high-performance applications. The authors guide readers through the development
of picoSAX, a functioning 2.0 XML parser
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Using Google App Engine Book
With this book, you can build exciting, scalable web applications quickly and confidently, using Google App Engine
-- even if you have little or no experience in programming or web development. App Engine is one of the
most exciting web technologies to appear in the last year, providing a simple, easy-to-use application framework
with basic web tools. While Google's own tutorial assumes significant development experience, Using Google
App Engine is for anyone who wants to get started with this platform. By the end of the book, you'll know how
to build complete, interactive applications and deploy them to "the cloud," using the same servers that power
Google applications. You will:
Get an overview of all the technologies necessary to use Google App Engine Learn how to use Python,
HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTTP, and DataStore, App Engine's database Grasp the technical
aspects necessary to create sophisticated, dynamic web applications Understand what's required to deploy
your applications to Google servers
In addition to being a foundational resource for beginning programmers, Using Google App Engine is also an
excellent book for experienced programmers who want to acquire working knowledge of web technologies.
Building web applications used to be for experts only, but with Google App Engine -- and this book -- anyone
can create a dynamic web presence.
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Microsoft Access Data Analysis - Unleashing the
Analytical Power of Access
* Go beyond Excel(r) with Access's more powerful analysis capabilities
* Get better visibility into your data with custom views
* Scale up your data pool without limitation
* Master the four fundamentals of data analysis
* Discover shortcuts with the helpful Input Mask Wizard
* Integrate your data with the web and enterprise data sources
* Avoid the common pitfalls of data crunching
* Harness VBA to improve data analysis
* Leverage information from the field with real-world scenarios
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Professional Excel Development: The Definitive Guide
to Developing Applications Using Microsoft Excel, VBA,
and .NET, 2 Ed
The Start-to-Finish Guide to Building State-of-the-Art Solutions with Excel 2007
In this book, four world-class Microsoft® Excel developers offer start-to-finish guidance
for building powerful, robust, and secure applications with Excel. The authors—three of
whom have been honored by Microsoft as Excel Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs)—
show how to consistently make the right design decisions and make the most of Excel’s
most powerful new features. Using their techniques,you can reduce development costs,
time to market, and hassle—and build more effective, successful solutions.
Fully updated for Excel 2007, this book starts where other books on Excel programming
leave off. Through a hands-on case study project, you’ll discover best practices for
planning, architecting, and building Excel applications that are robust, secure, easy
to maintain, and highly usable. If you’re a working developer, no other book on
Excel programming offers you this much depth, insight, or value.
• Design worksheets that will be more useful and reliable
• Leverage built-in and application-specific add-ins
• Construct applications that behave like independent Windows programs
• Make the most of the new Ribbon user interface
• Create cross-version applications that work with legacy versions of Excel
• Utilize XML within Excel applications
• Understand and use Windows API calls
• Master VBA error handling, debugging, and performance optimization
• Develop applications based on data stored in Access, SQL Server, and other databases
• Build powerful visualization solutions with Excel charting engine
• Learn how to work with VB.NET and leverage its IDE
• Automate Microsoft Excel with VB.NET
• Create managed COM add-ins for Microsoft Excel with VB.NET
• Develop Excel solutions with Visual Studio Tools for Office (VSTO)
• Integrate Excel with Web Services
• Deploy applications more securely and efficiently
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Modern Cryptography: Theory and Practice
Appropriate for all graduate-level and advanced undergraduate courses in cryptography
and related mathematical fields. Modern Cryptography is an indispensable resource for
every advanced student of cryptography who intends to implement strong security in
real-world applications. Leading HP security expert Wenbo Mao explains why
conventional crypto schemes, protocols, and systems are profoundly vulnerable,
introducing both fundamental theory and real-world attacks. Next, he shows how
to implement crypto systems that are truly "fit for application," and formally
demonstrate their fitness. He begins by reviewing the foundations of
cryptography: probability, information theory, computational complexity, number
theory, algebraic techniques, and more. He presents the "ideal" principles of
authentication, comparing them with real-world implementation. Mao assesses the strength
of IPSec, IKE, SSH, SSL, TLS, Kerberos, and other standards, and offers practical guidance
on designing stronger crypto schemes and using formal methods to prove their security
and efficiency.Finally, he presents an in-depth introduction to zero-knowledge protocols:
their characteristics, development, arguments, and proofs. Mao relies on practical
examples throughout, and provides all the mathematical background students will need.
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How Computers Work: Processor and Main Memory Book
The book is as simple as possible and aimed at a non-technical audience with absolutely no knowledge of computers
or electronics, but it is an electrical engineering text. A typical page consists of a circuit diagram (or program) and a paragraph
or two of explanation. The book begins with a VERY simple circuit and continues to a very complex circuit (a computer)
while explaining everything. Everything has been made as simple as possible while leaving nothing out. Eighty-four
circuit diagrams and some timing diagrams and short programs make every point clear.
Computers are the most complex machines that have ever been created. This is the first book to make it possible for
ordinary people to understand precisely how the processor, the main and most complex part of a computer, works. In fact,
it completely explains the operation of a complete, though simple, computer.
Relays, which are explained, are used in the circuitry instead of transistors for simplicity, though transistors are mentioned.
Did you ever wonder what a bit, a latch, a word (of memory), a data bus, an address bus, a memory, a register, a processor,
a timing diagram, a clock (of a processor), an instruction, or machine code is? Though most explanations of how
computers work are a lot of analogies or require a background in electrical engineering, this book will tell you precisely
what each of them is and how each of them works without requiring any previous knowledge of computers or electronics.
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Beginning Algorithms (Wrox Beginning Guides)
“Beginning Algorithms
A good understanding of algorithms, and the knowledge of when to apply them, is crucial
to producing software that not only works correctly, but also performs efficiently. This is
the only book to impart all this essential information-from the basics of algorithms,
data structures, and performance characteristics to the specific algorithms used
in development and programming tasks.
Packed with detailed explanations and instructive examples, the book begins by offering
you some fundamental data structures and then goes on to explain various
sorting algorithms. You'll then learn efficient practices for storing and searching by way
of hashing, trees, sets, and maps. The authors also share tips on optimization techniques
and ways to avoid common performance pitfalls. In the end, you'll be prepared to build
the algorithms and data structures most commonly encountered in day-to-day
software development.
* The basics of algorithms, such as iteration and recursion
* Elementary data structures such as lists, stacks, and queues
* Basic and advanced sorting algorithms including insertion sort, quicksort, and shell sort
* Advanced data structures such as binary trees, ternary trees, and heaps
* Algorithms for string searching, string matching, hashing, and computational geometry
* How to use test-driven development techniques to ensure your code works as intended
* How to dramatically improve the performance of your code with hands-on techniques
for profiling and optimization
This book is for anyone who develops applications, or is just beginning to do so, and
is looking to understand algorithms and data structures. An understanding of
computer programming is beneficial.
Wrox Beginning guides are crafted to make learning programming languages
and technologies easier than you think, p
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PHP Reference: Beginner to Intermediate PHP5 Book
A collection of over 250 PHP functions with clear explanations in language anyone
can understand, followed with as many examples as it takes to understand what the
function does and how it works. This book includes numerous additional tips, the basics
of PHP, MySQL query examples, regular expressions syntax, and two indexes to help you
find information faster: a common language index and a function index.
Html, XHTML, and CSS Bible 3rd Edition
An expanded, updated, and retitled edition of HTML Bible, examining HTML, XHTML-a set of extensions to HTML to make
it more like XML-and cascading style sheets (CSS), which provide a simple way to add consistent formatting to HTML
Web documents Focusing on reader feedback and changing industry trends, this new edition is a major overhaul that
addresses the extensive changes in Web development Shows readers the best, most efficient way to use HTML and
examines which peripheral technologies are worth learning for the long run Features "before and after" pictures that show
the results of improved Web page coding Offers continued coverage of key topics, including site administration, dynamic
data-driven pages, and many others, in addition to new sections on hot new topics such as blogs and content management.
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3 Paths to Internet Wealth
The author writes:- I started Internet marketing 5 years ago and over time I
have accumulated many valuable lessons to pass on to you right here in this book. In
this book, I will cover the 3 paths that brought me to the Internet goldmine. These
three separate paths differ in nature, but eventually overlap, meaning that your efforts
may fragment during the beginning stage, but along the way activities will be integrated
and you will gain more with less effort! I will elaborate more when you read on…
Without further ado, let me walk you through the 3 paths of Internet wealth. Sit back
and enjoy the journey to wealth, on which you yourself will soon be travelling!
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Galaxy S II: The Missing Manual
Jargon-free with this guide to technology guru Preston Gralla potential yet. You quickly
learn how to shoot high-res photos and HD video to keep your schedule, touch and get
to enjoy your favorite media. Each page is filled with pictures and valuable advice to you
is the best city in the smartest phone.Important stuff you need to know:
Dial the phone and texting features you sign the Galaxy S. Mother others know about you.
Go online. Browse the web, email systems, and the Galaxy S Mother's second 3G/4G
network (or create your own hotspot) with Download Apps.
Master your media. Planning to shoot and share pictures and video, and play your
music wirelessly to the library and send it to your TV or stereo.
The live entertainment. Films and TV shows to see while they're still loading the start.
Explore the world. Get news and weather, a location search, and navigate by GPS.
Your Schedule. Use this convenient calendar application, and your Google and
Outlook calendars sync.Preston Gralla Droid X 2, Xoom missing on more than 40
books, including manuals, and author of the Galaxy tab. He OnDotNet
WindowsDevCenter.com and editor, and contributing editor for Computerworld Mother
iPod: The Missing Manual
Apple has set the bar for portable media players, but still impressive features of the
manual do not come with the iPod. This full color Missing Manual shows you how
music, videos, and slideshows to play, shop the iTunes store, and create and manage
your media library. It is the most comprehensive (and popular) book available on the iPod.
Important stuff you need to know:
* It is complete. Music, photos, movies, TV shows, games, Ebooks, and load your iPod.
* Tune in iTunes. Media from the iTunes store, download, rip your CDs, and organize
your entire media
collection.
* A Touch of disposal. Use the touch shooting photos and video, send, and receive
email and text
messages, and other iOS 5 gadgets for video calls.
* Go wireless. Sync your data and surf the web on the air, using a touch of the new iOS
5 software.
* Get moving with a Nano. FM radio dial, a built-in Nike + sensor to track your
workouts can also create slideshows.
* The Classic and Shuffle Master. Get your shuffle with VoiceOver, and Classics on
your music, video, and play slideshows.
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Engineering
Handbook of Nuclear Engineering
The Handbook of Nuclear Engineering is an authoritative compilation of information regarding
methods and data used in all phases of nuclear engineering. Addressing nuclear engineers
and scientists at all academic levels, this five volume set provides the latest findings in nuclear
data and experimental techniques, reactor physics, kinetics, dynamics and control. Readers will
also find a detailed description of data assimilation, model validation and calibration, sensitivity
and uncertainty analysis, fuel management and cycles, nuclear reactor types and radiation shielding.
A discussion of radioactive waste disposal, safeguards and non-proliferation, and fuel processing
with partitioning and transmutation is also included. As nuclear technology becomes an
important resource of non-polluting sustainable energy in the future, The Handbook of
Nuclear Engineering is an excellent reference for practicing engineers, researchers and professionals.
364 pages
Visual Dictionary Of Architecture
This book defines over 5,000 terms relating to architectural design, history, and technology. It is
the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed,
hand-rendered drawings, each executed in Mr. Ching's signature style.
319 pages
Mechanics of Materials
Applications of the principles of mechanics of materials have increased considerably over the last
25 years. Author takes its place as a standard text for civil, mechanical, and aerospace
engineering majors, as well as for any other engineering discipline that includes mechanics
of materials as a basic course.
595 pages
Matrices in Engineering Problems
This book is intended as an undergraduate text introducing matrix methods as they relate
to engineering problems. It begins with the fundamentals of mathematics of matrices
and determinants.
282 pages
Mechanics and Properties of Composed Materials
and Structures
This collection of recent activities provides researchers and scientists with the latest trends
in characterization and developments of composed materials and structures. Here,
the expression composed materials indicates a wider range than the expression
composite material which is many times limited to classical fibre reinforced plastics.
205 pages
Architectural Engineering and Design Management
Achieving design value depends upon the collective efforts of all participants involved in the design
and realization of buildings, necessitating the establishment of appropriate managerial frames as well as
the assembly and maintenance of effective teams. Building design management is a rapidly evolving field
and this special issue of the journal Architectural Engineering and Design Management examines a variety
of approaches to design management from different perspectives. The underlying argument is for the
better management of design value in an increasingly complex building sector. Written by international
experts in the field, the core themes include the modelling, coordination and management of design
information; the definition and realization of architectural value; digital outsourcing of architectural
services; knowledge capital in architectural education; and the importance of cultural issues.
Design management is addressed from the perspective of consultants and contractors, which helps to
illustrate the dynamic interrelationships between people, technologies and management. This peerreviewed publication will be invaluable reading for lecturers and students on architecture, built environment
and civil engineering courses. The contents will also be of interest to professional architects, engineers
and sponsors of design and construction projects. This e-book contains 78 pages.
Bio-Chemical Engineering - Fundamentals and Advanced
(2 Volumes)
The first volume contains the fundamentals. The biotechnology and chemical engineering students
at various Indian Universities and engineering institutions are required to take up the
'Biochemical Engineering' course either as an elective or a compulsory subject. This book is
written keeping in mind the need for a text book on the aforesaid subject for students from
both engineering and biology backgrounds. The main feature of· this book is that it contains
solved problems, which help the students to understand the subject better. The book is divided
into three sections: Enzyme mediated bioprocess, whole cell mediated bioprocess and the
engineering principle in bioprocess
The second volume deals with the advanced stages of the subject. Advances in Biochemical
engineering/Biotechnology reviews actual trends in modern biotechnology. Its aim is to cover all aspects of
this interdisciplinary technology where knowledge, methods and expertise are required for
chemistry, biochemistry, micro-biology, genetics, chemical engineering and computer science. Special
volumes are dedicated to selected topics which focus on new biotechnological products and new processes
for their synthesis and purification. They give the state-of-the-art of a topic in a comprehensive way thus being
a valuable source for the next 3–5 years. It also discusses new discoveries and applications. Special volumes
are edited by well known guest editors
This e-book consists of 2 volumes and contains 809 pages.
Chemical Engineering
This e-book contains the following volumes
1.Chemical Thermodynamics
2. Computation Fluid Dynamics
3. Concise Hydroulics
4. Concepts in Electric Circuits
5. Concise Hydrology
6. Control Engineering (An introduction with the use of Matlab)
7. Electromagnetism for Electronic Engineers
8. Engineering Thermodynamics
9. Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering – Examples
10. Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering
11. Heat Transfer – Exercises
12. Heat Transfer
13. Introductory Finite Difference Methods for PDEs
14. Introductory Finite Difference Methods for PDES
15. Basic Concepts in Turbomachinery
16. Wind-Turbines
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CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING – Text Book
This e-book contains 26 volumes as follows:
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Essentials of Chemistry
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Chemistry: A Maths Workbook Part-1
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Advanced Granulation Theory at Particle Level
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An introduction to Nonlinearity in Control Systems
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Atmospheric Pollution
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Bioethanol: Science and Technology of fuel alcohol
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Chemical Thermodynamics
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Concepts in Electric Circuits
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Control Engineering: An introduction with the use of Matlab
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Electrically driven Membrane processes
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Fluid Bed Particle Processing
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Food Processing
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Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering
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Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering Examples
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Heat Transfer
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Heat Transfer: Exercises
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Hydrocarbons: Physical Properties and their relevance to Utilisation
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Hydrodynamics Modelling and Granular Dynamics
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Biological Signal Analysis
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Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
Modelling Batch Systems using Population Balances
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Molecular Conformations
Essentials of Nanotechnology
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Pressure driven Membrane Processes
Transport Phenomena
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Wind turbines
Design Engineering Manual
Design Engineering covers multiple disciplines but not limited to electrical, mechanical and civil engineering,
and architectural engineering. The design engineer sets the direction of the design effort and does the
most complex parts of design. Consequently, the design engineer must be familiar with and have access to
many different areas in engineering. This concise volume does just that, bringing critical information such
as design and materials, new materials, ergonomics, reliability and maintainability, product safety,
electronics, mechanics, and plastics to the design engineer.
Provides a single-source of critical information to the design engineer, saving time and therefore
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money on a particular design project
Presents both the fundamentals and advanced topics and also the latest information in key aspects of
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the design process
Examines all aspects of the design process in one concise and accessible volume
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Text Book
This text-book in 14 volumes deals with:
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An introduction to Nonlinearity in Control Systems
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Concepts in Electrical Systems
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Control Engineering
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Digital Processing
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Electrical Power
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Electro-magnetism for Electronic Engineers
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Worked Examples in Electro Magnetism
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Engineering Thermodynamics
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Biological analysis
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Introduction to Electronic Engineering
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Introduction to Power Electronics
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Essentials of Nano Technology
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Wind Turbines
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Electronics: A Systems Approach, 4th Edition
The fourth edition of Electronics: A Systems Approach is an outstanding introduction to this fastmoving, important field. Fully updated, it covers the latest changes and developments in the world of
electronics. It continues to use Neil Storey’s well-respected systems approach, firstly explaining the
overall concepts to build students’ confidence and understanding, before looking at the more detailed
analysis that follows. This allows the student to contextualise what the system is designed to achieve,
before tackling the intricacies of the individual components. The book also offers an integrated treatment
of analogue and digital electronics, highlighting and exploring the common ground between the two fields.
This fourth edition represents a significant update and a major expansion of previous material, and now
provides a comprehensive introduction to basic electrical engineering circuits and components in addition to
a detailed treatment of electronic systems. This extended coverage permits the book to be used as a standalone text for introductory courses in both Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
Engineering Design, 4th Edition
Specifically designed as an introduction to the exciting world of engineering, ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS:
AN INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING encourages students to become engineers and prepares them with a
solid foundation in the fundamental principles and physical laws. The book begins with a discovery of
what engineers do as well as an inside look into the various areas of specialization. An explanation on
good study habits and what it takes to succeed is included as well as an introduction to design and
problem solving, communication, and ethics. Once this foundation is established, the book moves on to the
basic physical concepts and laws that students will encounter regularly. The framework of this text
teaches students that engineers apply physical and chemical laws and principles as well as mathematics
to design, test, and supervise the production of millions of parts, products, and services that people use
every day. By gaining problem solving skills and an understanding of fundamental principles, students are
on their way to becoming analytical, detail-oriented, and creative engineers.
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English Dictionary for Information Technology
This e-book is published by Oxford Press. This course is designed for the people studying Information
Technology and computing, or working in the I.T.sector. It is suitable for universities, technical school and
adult educational programmes, with intermediate to advanced level students who want to improve and
extend their language skills in the context of Information Technology.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (4th Edition)
Environmental engineering is a relatively new profession with a long and honorable history. The descriptive
title of “environmental engineer” was not used until the 1960s, when academic programs in engineering
and public health schools broadened their scope and required a more accurate title to describe their
curricula and their graduates. The roots of this profession, however, go back as far as recorded history.
These roots reach into several major disciplines including civil engineering, public health, ecology,
chemistry, and meteorology. From each foundation, the environmental engineering profession draws
knowledge, skill, and professionalism. From ethics, the environmental engineer draws concern for the
greater good. The text is organized into areas important to all environmental engineers: water resources,
air quality, solid and hazardous wastes (including radioactive wastes), and noise. Chapters on
environmental impact assessment and on risk analysis are also included. Any text on environmental
engineering is somewhat dated by the time of publication, because the field is moving and changing rapidly.
We have included those fundamental topics and principles on which the practice of environmental engineering
is grounded, illustrating them with contemporary examples. We have incorporated emerging issues, such
as global climate change and the controversy over the linear nonthreshold theory, whenever possible. This
book is intended for engineering students who are grounded in basic physics, chemistry, and biology, and
who have already been introduced to fluid mechanics. The material presented can readily be covered in a one
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Estimating in Building Construction
An update of the proven estimating text by Frank Dagostino, Estimating in Building Construction, 7/e,
provides everything you need for a course in Estimating. It combines sound coverage of principles with stepby-step procedures to help students learn concepts more easily. Ideal for construction, architecture,
and engineering students, it reflects the popular approach of tracing a complete project’s progress. Added in
this edition is a discussion of computers in estimating, different types of estimates (e.g., square foot,
project comparison, and assembly estimating), how to determine labor productivity, and how to determine
labor burden.
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For Engineering Students – a Text Book
This text-book in 15 volumes and the volumes deals with:
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Concise Hydraulics
Concise Hydrology
Control Engineering
Electromagnetism for electric engineer
Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering
Fundamentals of Reaction Engineering – Examples
Heat Transfer
Heat Transfer Exercises
Introductory Finite Different Methods for PDEs
Basic Concepts in Turbomachinery
Wind Tubines
Handbook of Thermal Engineering
To be successful in the international marketplace, corporations must have access to the latest developments
and most recent experimental data. Traditional handbooks of heat transfer stress fundamental
principles, analytical approaches to thermal problems, and elegant solutions to classical problems. The
CRC Handbook of Thermal Engineering is not a traditional handbook. Engineers in industry need up-todate, accessible information on the applications of heat and mass transfer-The CRC Handbook of
Thermal Engineering provides it.
Peer reviewed articles-selected on the basis of their current relevance to the development of new
products-provide in-depth treatment of applications in diverse fields, such as:
· Bioengineering
· Desalination
· Electronics
· Energy conservation
· Food processing
· Measurement techniques in fluid flow and heat transfer
You’ll find complete, up-to-date information on the latest development in the field, including:
· Recent advances in thermal sciences
· Microthermal design
· Compact heat exchangers
· Thermal optimization
· Exergy analysis
A unique, one-stop resource for all your thermal engineering questions
From the basics of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat and mass transfer, to comprehensive
treatment of current applications, the latest computational tools, to data tables for the properties of
gases, liquids, and solids, The CRC Handbook of Thermal Engineering has it all!
This is an E-BOOK. This e-book contains 1143 pages.
Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Architecture,
Engineering and Construction
The book provides comprehensive, easy-to-understand introductory coverage of mechanical and
electrical systems in buildings. Elementary engineering concepts and step-by-step design principles
are introduced in a straightforward manner and supported by over 320 illustrations and 500 photographs.
It includes new chapters on emerging sustainability (green) technologies and building science. It
presents material that can provide the future architect, architectural engineer, and architectural
engineering technician with a basic working-level knowledge of principles and practices. This book is
written specifically for those interested in building heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing
and piping (water supply and sanitary drainage), storm drainage, illumination, electrical power
distribution, building telecommunications, acoustics and acoustical control, vertical/horizontal transportation
and conveying, fire protection and suppression, and building renewable energy and energy
conservation systems.
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Mechanical Engineering – A Text Book
This e-book contains the following 16 volumes:
An introduction to Nonlinearity in Control systems
Automation and Robotics
Cad-cam-rapid-prototyping-application-evaluation
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Control Engineering
Heat Transfer – Exercises
Heat Transfer
Hydrocarbons
Basic Concepts in Turbo Machinery
Manufacturing Processes Materials: Exercises
Theory of waves in Materials
Wind Turbines
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Mechanics of Materials, 2nd Edition
The second edition of MECHANICS OF MATERIALS is a concise examination of the fundamentals of Mechanics
of Materials. The book maintains the hallmark organization of the previous edition as well as the timetested problem solving methodology, which incorporates outlines of procedures and numerous sample
problems to help ease students through the transition from theory to problem analysis. Emphasis is placed
on giving students the introduction to the field that they need along with the problem-solving skills that will
help them in their subsequent studies. This is demonstrated in the text by the presentation of
fundamental principles before the introduction of advanced/special topics.
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Nano Technology
This text-book in deals with:
Micro – and Nano – Transport of Biomolecules
Essentials of Nano Technology
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Software Engineering, 9th Edition
Intended for a sophomore/junior level course in software engineering. The ninth edition of Software
Engineering presents a broad perspective of software engineering, focusing on the processes and
techniques fundamental to the creation of reliable, software systems. Increased coverage of agile methods
and software reuse, along with coverage of ‘traditional’ plan-driven software engineering, gives readers the
most up-to-date view of the field currently available. Practical case studies, a full set of easy-toaccess supplements, and extensive web resources make teaching the course easier than ever.
The book is now structured into four parts:
1: Introduction to Software Engineering
2: Dependability and Security
3: Advanced Software Engineering
4: Software Engineering Management
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Chemistry for Engineering Students, 2nd Edition
Enhanced with a remarkable number of new problems and applications, the Second Edition of CHEMISTRY
FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS provides a concise, thorough, and relevant introduction to chemistry
that prepares students for further study in any engineering field. Updated with even more questions
and applications specifically geared toward engineering students, the book emphasizes the connection
between molecular properties and observable physical properties and the connections between chemistry
and other subjects studied by engineering students, such as mathematics and physics. This new edition is
now fully supported by OWL, the most widely-used online learning system for chemistry.
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Through Nanotechnology
Reflecting the rapid growth of nanotechnology research and the potential impact of the growing energy
crisis, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Through Nanotechnology provides comprehensive coverage
of cutting-edge research in the energy-related fields of nanoscience and nanotechnology, which aim to
improve energy efficiency and the generation of renewable energy. Energy Efficiency and Renewable
Energy Through Nanotechnology tightly correlates nanotechnology with energy issues in a
general, comprehensive way that makes it not only suitable as a desk reference for research, but also as
a knowledge resource for the non-expert general public. Readers will find Energy Efficiency and
Renewable Energy Through Nanotechnology useful in a variety of ways, ranging from the creation of
energy policy, to energy research development, and to education in nanotechnology and its application
to energy-related problems. It can also be used as a primary or supplementary textbook for energyrelated courses for advanced undergraduate and graduate students.
Dictionary of Engineering
This encyclopedia provides a compendium of more than 18,000 terms that are central to the various branches
of engineering and related fields of science. The coverage in this Second Edition is focused on
building construction, chemical engineering, civil engineering, control systems, design engineering,
electricity and electronics, engineering acoustics, industrial engineering, mechanics and mechanical
engineering, systems engineering, and thermodynamics. This e-book, containing 655 pages, will serve the
needs of scientists, engineers, students, teachers, librarians, and writers for high-quality information, and that
it will contribute to scientific literacy and communication.
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Oxford English Dictionary for Information Technology
This e-book containing 225 printable pages, is published by Oxford Press. This course is designed for the
people studying Information Technology and computing, or working in the I.T.sector. It is suitable
for universities, technical school and adult educational programmes, with intermediate to advanced
level students who want to improve and extend their language skills in the context of Information Technology.
Electronics Symplified
This e-book satisfied the need for a book that deals with the aim and methods of electronics without going
into too much detail about practical circuitry, and with the minimum of simple mathematics. This edition
covers: Electricity, waves and pulses, passive components, active components and integrated circuits,
linear circuits, block and circuit diagrams, how traditional radio works, disc and tap recording, elements
of television, digital signals, gating and logic circuits counting and correcting, compact disc system and
beyond, microprocessors, calculators, and computers, computers and peripherals, computer construction
and software, digital television and radio, and miscellaneous systems.
Engineering Fundamentals: An introduction to Engineering
This book is organized into six parts and 20 chapters. Each chapter begins by stating its objectives
and concludes by summarizing what the reader should have gained from studying that chapter. I have
included enough material for two semester-long courses. The reason for this approach is to give the
instructor sufficient materials and the flexibility to choose specific topics to meet his or her needs.
Relevant, everyday examples with which students can associate easily are provided in each chapter. Many of
the problems at the conclusion of each chapter are hands-on, requiring the student to gather and
analyze information. Moreover, information collection and proper utilization of that information are encouraged
in this book by asking students to do a number of assignments that require information gathering by using
the Internet as well as employing traditional methods. Many of the problems at the end of each chapter
require students to make brief reports so that they learn that successful engineers need to have good
written and oral communication skills.
A Brief Introduction To Fluid Mechanics, 5th Edition
Students who study this text and who solve a representative set of the exercises provided should acquire
a useful knowledge of the fundaments of fluid mechanics. Faculty who use this text are provided with
numerous topics to select from in order to meet the objectives of their own courses. All are reminded of the
fine-collection of supplementary material. In this book the authors have cited throughout the text various
articles and books that are available for enrichment.
Applied Engineering Mathematics
This book strives to provide a concise and yet comprehensive cover-age of all
major mathematical methods in engineering. Topics in-clude advanced calculus, ordinary
and partial differential equations, complex variables, vector and tensor analysis, calculus
of variations, integral transforms, integral equations, numerical methods, and prob-ability
and statistics. Application topics consist of linear elasticity, harmonic motions, chaos,
and reaction-diffusion systems. . This book can serve as a textbook in
engineering mathematics, mathematical modelling and scientific computing. This book
is organised into 19 chapters. Chapters 1-14 introduce various mathematical
methods, Chapters 15-18 concern the numeri-cal methods, and Chapter 19 introduces
the probability and statistics.
Encyclopedia of 20th-Century Architecture, Volume 1
Intended for the general public, students, and professionals, the Encyclopedia of
20th-Century Architecture contains more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries
providing basic information on a variety of subjects. Articles range from 1,000 to 4,000 words.
Volume 1 has a list of entries and a separate list of entries arranged by theme.
Themes include "Architects and Firms" (the largest category, with 267 entries);
"Building Types" (52 entries); "Buildings and Sites" (172 entries); "Countries
and Regions" (35 entries); "Materials and Building Technology" (36 entries); and
others. Examples of topics include Acoustics; Bank of China Tower; Concrete; Gas
station; Israel; Paul, Bruno; Tent; and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Articles on buildings include designer name(s), date of completion, and location and
often describe design features, architectural themes and influences, and challenges in
design. For example, the article on the AEG Turbine Factory touches on the
somewhat contentious relationship between designer and engineer. Articles on architects
zero in on the person's architectural career, describing major achievements, philosophy
of design, and impact on the architectural community.
All articles are signed, and most end with a list of related topics as well as a list of
suggested readings. The lack of Internet sites will disappoint some researchers. Articles
on people often include a list of their selected works and publications.
Volume 3 provides a cumulative subject index with main entries listed in bold. The 600
mostly black-and-white illustrations usually show exterior shots of buildings. The lack
of detailed illustrations highlighting specific design features forces readers to rely on
text descriptions, which the general reader might find challenging.
The international coverage of not only architects and buildings but also building
materials, locations, movements, and other architectural topics distinguishes this
resource from reference tools such as the Encyclopedia of Vernacular Architecture of
the World (Cambridge Univ., 1997) and the International Dictionary of Architects
and Architecture (St. James, 1993). Recommended for large public libraries and
academic libraries, especially those supporting architectural programs. RBB
Review
"Sennott's well-conceived encyclopedia is the most impressive multivolume work in English
to date The writing is uniformly first-rateconcise, accessible, reliable, informationpacked, intended expressively for educated readers Highly recommended. Medium-sized
and large libraries." Choice
"Quite an achievement The entries are by turns fascinating, engrossing, stimulating,
and reasonably thorough. Highly recommended to architecture and art libraries."
Library Journal (starred review)
"The international coverage of not only architects and buildings but also materials,
locations, movements, and other architectural topics distinguishes this
resource Recommended for large public libraries and academic libraries, especially
those supporting architectural programs." Booklist/RBB
"Gives a clear concise analysis of 20th century architecture Has a comprehensive index
to allow easy access for students." Pennsylvania School Librarians Association Best
Reference Title 2003
"A unique look at 20th century architecture Comprehensive without being
overpowering Successfully reflects the complex interplay of planning needs,
evolving technologies, historic tradition and contemporary aesthetics. Academic and
public libraries will be well served by finding a place for it on their reference shelves."
Against the Grain
"fills a serious need for a reference work focusing on twentieth-century world
architecture Updates and expands upon previous architectural encyclopedias One of this
set's greatest strengths is its wide sweep and its inclusion of little-known architects
and buildings from other continents Academic and museum libraries that serve
active architectural programs will want to acquire this title, as well as large public
libraries." Art Documentation
"A monumental effort Painstakingly researched work." PLANetizen Top 10 Books List
"Designed for general readers as well as students This three-volume reference contains
700-plus entries by 300 writers on topics pertinent to 20th-century architecture
worldwide." Art Book News Annual
"This scholarly encyclopedia provides an in-depth examination of the development
of architecture in the 20th century This excellent set will add tremendous depth to any art
or architectural reference collection." Lawrence Looks at Books, Gale Reference Reviews
"In terms of currency and breadth of subject matter, there is no comparable single
resource available on twentieth-century architecture This publication succeeds as a
reference source that covers a vast range of architectural styles, movements, and
theories that were unique to the time period As no other resource will cover this timer
period and variety of relevant topics, this publication is highly recommended for the
reference collection of art and architecture libraries." American Reference Books Annual
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Design Engineering Manual
Design Engineering covers multiple disciplines but not limited to electrical, mechanical
and civil engineering, and architectural engineering. The design engineer sets the direction
of the design effort and does the most complex parts of design. Consequently, the
design engineer must be familiar with and have access to many different areas
in engineering. This concise volume does just that, bringing critical information such as
design and materials, new materials, ergonomics, reliability and maintainability,
product safety, electronics, mechanics, and plastics to the design engineer.
Provides a single-source of critical information to the design engineer, saving time
and therefore money on a particular design project Presents both the fundamentals
and advanced topics and also the latest information in key aspects of the design
process Examines all aspects of the design process in one concise and accessible volume
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Stadium: Architecture for the New Global Culture
Get into the center of the action with The Stadium, a book that takes you to some of
the finest event centers across the globe.
Sports fans in the United States can revisit their own home fields such as the Reliant
Stadium in Houston, SBC Park in San Francisco, Oriole Park in Baltimore, and
experience international attractions such as the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wembley
in London, Arsenal in London, and the Olympic Stadium in Sydney. With 250 eyepopping photos and 70 architectural plans, this book defines the stadium as a
worldwide cultural icon. This e-book contains 208 pages.
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Astronomy
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Astronomy is by nature an interdisciplinary activity: it involves mathematics,
physics, chemistry and biology. Astronomers use (and often develop) the latest
technology, the fastest computers and the most refined software. In this book twentytwo leading scientists from nine countries talk about how astronomy interacts with
these other sciences. They describe modern instruments used in astronomy and the
relations between astronomy and technology, industry, politics and philosophy. They
also discuss what it means to be an astronomer, the history of astronomy, and the place
of astronomy in society today.
378 pages
Astrophysics in a Nutshell
A concise but thorough introduction to the observational data and theoretical
concepts underlying modern astronomy, Astrophysics in a Nutshell is designed for
advanced undergraduate science majors taking a one-semester course. This wellbalanced and up-to-date textbook covers the essentials of modern astrophysics--from stars
to cosmology--emphasizing the common, familiar physical principles that govern
astronomical phenomena, and the interplay between theory and observation.
268 pages
Thermodynamics of the Earth and Planets
This textbook provides an intuitive yet mathematically rigorous introduction to
the thermodynamics and thermal physics of planetary processes. It demonstrates how
the workings of planetary bodies can be understood in depth by reducing them
to fundamental physics and chemistry. The book is based on two courses taught by
the author for many years at the University of Georgia.
722 pages
Stars and Stellar Evolution
The diverse forms that stars assume in the course of their lives can all be derived from
the initial conditions : the mass and the original chemical composition. In this textbook
Stars and Stellar Evolution the basic concepts of stellar structure and the main roads of
stellar evolution are described. First, the observable parameters are presented, which
are based on the radiation emerging from a stellar atmosphere.
334 pages
Horizons: Exploring the Universe
With their best-selling astronomy textbook, HORIZONS, authors Mike Seeds and
Dana Backman help you understand your place in the universe--not just your location
in space but your role in the unfolding history of the physical universe. To achieve this
goal, they focuses on two central questions: "What Are We?" which highlights your place as
a planet dweller in an evolving universe, guiding you to better understand where we
came from and how we formed; and "How Do We Know?" which provides insights into
how the process of science can teach us more about what we are.
528 pages
The Moon in Close-up: A Next Generation Astronomer's Guide
Information collected by recent space probes sent to explore the Moon by the USA,
the European Space Agency, Japan, China and India has changed our knowledge
and understanding of the Moon, particularly its geology, since the Apollo missions.
321 pages
Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology: A Primer
Relativistic Astrophysics and Cosmology offers a succinct and self-contained treatment
of general relativity and its application to compact objects, gravitational waves and cosmology.
305 pages
Practical Astronomy with your Calculator or Spreadsheet,
4 edition
Now in its fourth edition, this highly regarded book is ideal for those who wish to solve
a variety of practical and recreational problems in astronomy using a scientific calculator
or spreadsheet. Updated and extended, this new edition shows you how to use
spreadsheets to predict, with greater accuracy, solar and lunar eclipses, the positions of
the planets, and the times of sunrise and sunset. Suitable for worldwide use, this
handbook covers orbits, transformations and general celestial phenomena, and is essential
for anyone wanting to make astronomical calculations for themselves. With clear, easyto-follow instructions for use with a pocket calculator, shown alongside worked examples,
it can be enjoyed by anyone interested in astronomy, and will be a useful tool for
software writers and students studying introductory astronomy.
238 pages
From the Earth's Core to Outer Space
From the Earth's Core to Outer Space focuses on four themes: (1) Evolving Earth��s
crust, (2) Changing Baltic Sea, (3) Climate Change, and (4) Planet Earth, third stone
from Sun. The focus on these four topics provides both a state of the art review of
earth science topics of particular importance to Scandinavia and the Baltic and also the
global context in which a consideration of these topics must be made. It finishes by
discussing our use of space born technologies for understanding these topics and places
the Earth within the context of our neighbouring planets and their satellites. The first
theme includes papers on the structure, origin and evolution of the Earth��s crust and
in particular the ore deposits in Fennoscandia, plate-tectonic drift of Fennoscandia
(Baltica), and postglacial isostatic rebound of the crust. The second theme contains
papers dealing with changes in the ice season of the Baltic Sea, inflow and stagnation in
deep basins, biology of the Baltic Sea, and carbon dioxide balance in sea water. The
third theme deals with origin and evolution of oxygen in atmosphere, postglacial
climate change, effects of aerosols and greenhouse gases on climate, interplay
between anthropogenic and natural factors in the current climate change, and
Earth��s water resources. The fourth theme includes articles on Earth��s
space environment, use of satellites in cartography and geodesy, information obtained
by space probes on Mars and other planets and their moons, and possibilities to find life
on them
351 pages
Edge of the Universe: A Voyage to the Cosmic Horizon
and Beyond
An accessible look at the mysteries that lurk at the edge of the known universe and beyond.
The observable universe, the part we can see with telescopes, is incredibly vast. Yet recent
theories suggest that there is far more to the universe than what our instruments record--in fact,
it could be infinite. Colossal flows of galaxies, large empty regions called voids, and other
unexplained phenomena offer clues that our own "bubble universe" could be part of a greater
realm called the multiverse. How big is the observable universe? What it is made of? What lies
beyond it? Was there a time before the Big Bang? Could space have unseen dimensions? In this
book, physicist and science writer Paul Halpern explains what we know--and what we hope to
soon find out--about our extraordinary cosmos.
240 pages
Astronomy – A Self Teaching Guide
Discover the wonders of the night sky with this bestselling astronomy guide for a generation, Astronomy: A
Self-Teaching Guide has introduced hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide to the night sky. Now
this classic beginner's guide has been completely revised to bring it up to date with the latest discoveries
and graphics.
Features over 80 new photos and illustrations, including a full-color insert
Reviews the newest telescopes and spacecraft
Includes an overview of the best astronomy Web sites
Written by award-winning author Dinah Moch.
Packed with valuable tables, charts, and star and moon maps, this user-friendly guide makes it easy for you
to quickly grasp the basic principles of astronomy and start observing the night sky. The book
includes objectives, reviews, and self-tests, and can be used on its own as a self-teaching guide or as
a supplement to astronomy course materials.
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Atlas of the Universe
This is a comprehensive reference to every aspect of the Solar System, the Sun, the stars and the Universe;
it contains photographs from ground-based telescope and the Hubble Space Telescope, along with the
best images from nearly four decades of robotic space exploration. Also featured is a history of astronomy
and space exploration and a glossary of technical terms. The atlas also provides detailed maps of the stars
and planets, including an atlas of the constellations with accompanying technical data. These maps
combined with advice on practical observing make this a useful guide for those who wish to discover
astronomy for themselves.
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The Earth and the Moon
Earth belongs to a group of small, inner solar-system planets, including Mercury, Venus, and Mars, which
all consist of a mantle made of silica-based minerals above an iron-rich core and crusts that show evidence
of meteorite bombardment and volcanic lava flow. Beyond these basic similarities, and despite their
similar formation processes in the inner solar system. Though the study of geology started with the
Earth, making it the standard against which other planets are compared, "The Earth and the Moon"
compares the Earth equally with other planets to clearly display the similarities and differences between
the various orbiting bodies. This volume discusses the fundamental aspects of the Earth as a planet, including
its size, mass, orbit, surface appearance, atmosphere, and the causes of its seasons. This volume also
covers the evolution of the moon in relation to the geological features of the Earth and the history behind
the successful space missions to the moon. Perfect for those interested in understanding the science and
history behind the exploration of the Earth and Moon, this volume presents an unbiased view of this
exciting topic.
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Space and Astronomy a scientific Guide
"Space and Astronomy" is an ideal learning tool for students and teachers of science. Full-color
diagrams, graphs, charts, and maps on every page illustrate the essential elements of the subject, while
parallel text provides key definitions and step-by-step explanations. The eight sections include: "The Universe"
- provides an overview of the physical dimensions of space and current theories concerning the origin
and eventual fate of the universe. This section also defines and illustrates the main classes of objects, from
black holes to binary stars, that populate the known universe; "The Sun's Family" - examines our solar
system and defines all the classes of celestial bodies that it includes. There are detailed comparisons of all
nine planets, as well as information about asteroids, meteoroids, moons, and the Sun; and "Astronomy" is concerned with the human effort to observe and understand objects beyond the Earth from the earliest
times to the present day. It describes the different methods of astronomy that are used to examine the
universe across the entire electromagnetic spectrum. It also includes: "Space Travel" - is an overview of
the practical and theoretical challenges of getting into space and traveling through it. Everything from the
basics of celestial mechanics to the advantages and disadvantages of different types of propulsion systems
is covered in this section; "Uncrewed Exploration" - is a history of the exploration of space by
uncrewed spacecraft; and "Crewed Exploration" is a history of the human exploration of space from Yuri
Gagarin to Neil Armstrong and the crews of the International Space Station. Space Shuttle and Using Space
are concerned with the economic and scientific importance of space travel today. The many classes of
satellite that provide the world with communications and vital data are examined here.
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Guide to the Universe: Stars and Galaxies
This volume Guide to the Universe series provides the most up-to-date understanding available of the
current knowledge about stars. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, Stars is an
excellent first step for young people researching the exciting scientific discoveries that continue to extend
our knowledge of the universe. Stars is organized thematically to help students better understand these
most interesting heavenly bodies. Stars discusses all areas of what is known about the subject. It will
help student understand things such as white dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars, and black holes. And it will
answer student questions such as: Why do stars have different colors and how are they classified? How do
we know what stars are made of? How did scientists figure out how stars evolved?
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Planetary Sciences
This textbook is intended to be used in a lecture course for college students majoring in Earth
Sciences. Planetary science provides an opportunity for these students to apply a wide range of subject
matter pertaining to the Earth to the study of other planets and their principal satellites. In this way,
planetary science tends to unify subjects in the Earth Sciences that are traditionally taught
separately. Therefore, planetary science is well-suited to be taught as a capstone course for
senior undergraduates in geology departments and as an introduction to the solar system in
astronomy departments. Both groups of students will benefit because planetary science bridges the gap
between geology and astronomy and it prepares geologists and astronomers to participate actively in the
on-going exploration of the solar system. The subject matter is presented in 24 chapters that lead the
reader through the solar system starting with historical perspectives on space exploration and the
development of the scientific method. The presentations concerning the planets and their satellites
emphasize that their origin and subsequent evolution can be explained by applications of certain basic
principles of physics, chemistry, and celestial mechanics and that the surface features of the solid bodies in
the solar system can be interpreted by means of the principles of geology.
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The Milky way and its beyond
Being an Explorer's Guide to the Universe, this e-book deals with Stars, Nebulae, and
Other Galaxies ..
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An Introduction to Modern Cosmology
Cosmology is the study of the global characteristics of the universe. In its details,the cosmos is
rather complicated with a multitude of fascinating objects ranging from carbonaceous dust grains to
quasars. The primary aim of observational cosmology is to characterize the thermal,chemical, and
structural state of the present universe. The aim of theoretical cosmology is to explain the present state of
the universe in terms of the conditions in the “early universe.” In this introductory chapter, we will start in
Sect. 1.1 with a qualitative description of the components of the ΛCDM universe listed in Table 1.1. In Sect.
1.2, we will then introduce the standard cosmological model where the evolution of the universe is
determined by gravitation via the Friedmann equation and by statistical mechanics via the Boltzmann
equation. The observational basis of the standard model will be presented in more detail in Chap. 2.
The gravitational foundations will be presented in Chaps. 3 and 4, allowing us, in Chap. 5, to understand
the measurements of the cosmological densities. The statistical mechanics necessary to understand the
chemical evolution of the universe will be discussed in Chap.
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Fundamentals of Cosmology
The book is aimed at astrophysics students and professional physicists who wish to understand the basics
of cosmology and general relativity as well as the observational foundations of the LambdaCDM model of
the Universe. The book provides a self-contained introduction to general relativity that is based on
the homogeneity and isotropy of the local universe. The simplicity of this space allows general relativity to
be presented in a very elementary manner while laying the foundation for the treatment of more
complicated problems. The new edition presents the most recent observations, including those of
CMB anisotropies by WMAP and of Baryon Acoustic Oscillations by SDSS. Future observational and
theoretical challenges for the understanding of dark energy and dark matter are discussed This e-book
contains 332 pages.
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Introduction to Planetary Science – the
Geographical perspective
Planetary science provides an opportunity for these students to apply a wide range of subject matter
pertaining to the Earth to the study of other planets and their principal satellites. In this way, planetary
science tends to unify subjects in the Earth Sciences that are traditionally taught separately. The subject
matter is presented in 24 chapters that lead the reader through the solar system starting with
historical perspectives on space exploration and the development of the scientific method. The
presentations concerning the planets and their satellites emphasize that their origin and subsequent
evolution can be explained by applications of certain basic principles of physics, chemistry, and
celestial mechanics and that the surface features of the solid bodies in the solar system can be interpreted
by means of the principles of geology.
The e-book contains 532 pages.
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Interstellar Medium
Describing interstellar matter in our galaxy in all of its various forms, this book also considers the physical
and chemical processes that are occurring within this matter. The first seven chapters present the
various components making up the interstellar matter and detail the ways that we are able to study them.
The following seven chapters are devoted to the physical, chemical and dynamical processes that control
the behaviour of interstellar matter. These include the instabilities and cloud collapse processes that lead to
the formation of stars. The last chapter summarizes the transformations that can occur between the
different phases of the interstellar medium. Emphasizing methods over results, The Interstellar Medium
is written for graduate students, for young astronomers, and also for any researchers who have developed
an interest in the interstellar medium.
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Hand-book of Practical Astronomy
With amateurs, students and teachers of astronomy in high schools and colleges particularly in mind,
the Handbook of Practical Astronomy comprises an essential source of current trends in astronomy and
examines the broad variety of astronomical observations.
Planetary Science – in Geographical perspective
Planetary science provides an opportunity for these students to apply a wide range of subject matter
pertaining to the Earth to the study of other planets and their principal satellites. In this way, planetary
science tends to unify subjects in the Earth Sciences that are traditionally taught separately. The subject
matter is presented in 24 chapters that lead the reader through the solar system starting with
historical perspectives on space exploration and the development of the scientific method. The
presentations concerning the planets and their satellites emphasize that their origin and subsequent
evolution can be explained by applications of certain basic principles of physics, chemistry, and
celestial mechanics and that the surface features of the solid bodies in the solar system can be interpreted
by means of the principles of geology.It is an Explorer's Guide to the Universe.
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STARS AND GALAXIES
The first four chapters of Stars and Galaxies discuss the nature and properties of stars. Chapter 1 delves into
the historical and scientific definition of a star and the physical properties of stars. Chapter 2 explores
the properties of stars in the context of the most important tool to astronomers, the H-R Diagram. Chapter
3 tells the story of how stellar evolution was derived from simple observations of stars. Chapter 4 describes
all the categories of variable stars and talks about star systems. Chapters 5–10 transition to a discussion of
large systems of stars called galaxies. Chapter 5 describes the definition and physical characteristics of a
galaxy. Chapter 6 is devoted to the Milky Way, the galaxy in which the Earth is located; it describes
what astronomers know about the Milky Way and how they know it. Chapter 7 discusses arms in disk
galaxies, introducing such topics as spiral density waves, rotation curves, and dark matter Galaxy
interactions are the main topic of chapter 8, which also explores the relationship between interactions and
the formation of bars in disk galaxies, a discussion that leads into the next chapter’s discussion of
active galaxies. Chapter 9 introduces the four main types of active galaxies along with the unified model of
the central engine, which powers these objects. Chapter 10 is about clusters and groups of galaxies as well
as galaxy evolution. Stars and Galaxies tells the story of what we currently know about both of those
celestial objects as well as how we know it. Readers of this volume will get a deep understanding of
how astronomers have studied stars and galaxies to learn about their physical nature and how stars and
galaxies evolve over timescales longer than human existence.
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SUN, STARS and GALAXIES
Readers of this book will wonder no more. In these pages lies information on the properties and
characteristics of stars, including one star that is vital to life on Earth, the Sun. Topics include star
composition, brightness, and configuration into constellations; the layers of the Sun and its role as the center
of the solar system; and the shape of and energy emitted by large groups of stars known as galaxies.
The scientific exploration of these illuminated celestial bodies through the years is also covered.
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The Manga Guide to the Universe
Join Kanna, Kanta, Yamane, and Gloria in The Manga Guide to the Universe as they explore our
solar system, the Milky Way, and faraway galaxies in search of the universe’s greatest mysteries:
dark matter, cosmic expansion, and the Big Bang itself. As you rocket across the night sky,
you’ll become acquainted with modern astronomy and astrophysics, as well as the classical
discoveries and theories on which they’re built. You’ll even learn why some scientists believe
finding extraterrestrial life is inevitable! You’ll also learn about:
Discoveries made by Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Hubble, and other seminal astronomers
Theories of the universe’s origins, evolution, and geometry
The ways you can measure and observe heavenly bodies with different telescopes, and
how astronomers calculate distances in space
Stellar classifications and how the temperature, size, and magnitude of a star are related
Cosmic background radiation, what the WMAP satellite discovered, and scientists’ predictions for
the future of the universe
So dust off your flight suit and take a fantastic voyage through the cosmos in The Manga Guide to
the Universe.
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Astro-physics the decoding the cosmos
This volume is thus largely devoted to understanding radiative processes and how such an
understanding informs us about our Universe and the astronomical objects that inhabit it.
Encyclopedia of the Solar System
Long before Galileo published his discoveries about Jupiter, lunar craters, and the Milky Way in the
Starry Messenger in 1610, people were fascinated with the planets and stars around them. That
interest continues today, and scientists are making new discoveries at an astounding rate. Ancient lake beds
on Mars, robotic spacecraft missions, and new definitions of planets now dominate the news. How can you take
it all in? Start with the new Encyclopedia of the Solar System. This self-contained reference follows the
trail blazed by the bestselling first edition. It provides a framework for understanding the origin and evolution
of the solar system, historical discoveries, and details about planetary bodies and how they interact and
has jumped light years ahead in terms of new information and visual impact. Offering more than 50%
new material, the Encyclopedia includes the latest explorations and observations, hundreds of new color
digital images and illustrations, and more. It stands alone as the definitive work in this field, and will serve as
a modern messenger of scientific discovery and provide a look into the future of our solar system.
Astrophysics is made easy
Each section of this book addresses a specific aspect of astrophysics: the brightness, mass, and distance
of stars, and so on. The topics covered are chosen specifically so that examples of objects under discussion
can be observed; thus, at every point in our journey, an observing section will describe the objects that
best demonstrate the topics discussed. This book is an introduction for amateur astronomers. We shall spend
a fair amount of time looking at something called the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram; the most important
and useful concept in all of stellar evolution. Moving on to the objects themselves, we start with the formation
of stars from dust and gas clouds, and conclude with the final aspect of a star’s life, which can end in
a spectacular event known as a supernova, resulting in the formation of a neutron star and perhaps a black
hole! On a grander scale, we delve into galaxies, their shapes, distribution in space, and origins.
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Encyclopedia of Space and Astronomy
The Encyclopedia of Space and Astronomy introduces the exciting relationship between modern astronomy
and space technology. The book also examines the technical, social, and philosophical influences this
important combination of science and technology exerts on our global civilization. This book serves as a
guide and introduction to the fundamental concepts, basic principles, famous and less-known people,
major events, and impact of astronomy and space technology. Many major entries provide compact
technical discussions concerning basic concepts considered fundamental in understanding modern
astronomy and space technology. This book is not just a carefully prepared collection of technical facts. It
also serves as a special guide for those readers who want to discover how astronomy and space technology
are making the universe both a destination and a destiny for the human race.
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Encyclopedia of Astronomy
The universe beyond our own has been an object of scientific inquiry and a preoccupation of avid
stargazers from antiquity up to the present day, and this preoccupation has evolved into a complex field in
which mysteries are unlocked and discoveries are made on a constant basis. The Astronomy Encyclopedia
covers the full width and breadth of the discipline and includes the latest and most important advances. In
more than 3,000 alphabetically organized articles accompanied by 500 stunning color and black and
white photographs, star maps, and diagrams, The Astronomy Encyclopedia covers everything both
the researcher and general enthusiast wants to know from adaptive optics and cold dark matter to
Islamic astronomy and the principle of equivalence. It includes a host of major articles on the cornerstones
of astronomical investigation, such as the Milky Way, the sun and planets, optical and radio telescopes,
stars, black holes, astrophysics, observatories, astronomical photography, space programs, the
constellations and famous astronomers. Also featured are tables which display relevant data such as
the brightest stars in the major constellations, annual meteor showers, major variable stars, dwarf stars,
and energy production processes in the sun. More than 100 astronomers from leading universities
and observatories, each an expert in a specialized area of the field, wrote and reviewed the entries to
ensure their authority. Patrick Moore, distinguished astronomer and longtime host of the popular BBC
television program The Sky at Night, serves as the general editor for this most up-to-date and reliable
reference work. A glimpse into humanity's last great frontier, the Astronomy Encyclopedia is both accessible
and comprehensive enough for both the serious stargazer and the professional astronomer.
Fundamentals of Solar Astronomy
There are several textbooks available on solar astronomy which deal with advanced astrophysical aspects
of solar physics, and books which provide very elementary knowledge about the Sun. This book will help
to bridge the gap. It aims to stimulate interest in solar astronomy, presenting at one place the basic
methods and techniques used in the field, together with the latest findings and the excitement in solar
physics. As solar astronomy is becoming very popular among amateur astronomers and laymen, the
book provides the practical knowledge to build simple solar telescopes and other equipment for making
solar observations. Amateur astronomers have made important contributions to solar astronomy, and this
book will help to guide them in their endeavours. The book can also serve as a text for undergraduate
and graduate students starting out on solar physics. Using it, graduate students can easily embark on
specific topics of research in solar astronomy.
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Other Sciences
Complete Idiot's Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychology
Simplifying a complex subject.
Child psychology is required for college level psych and elementary education majors. It is
a complex subject that can include developmental psychology, biology,
sociological psychology, and various schools of theory and therapies. The only sources
of information about this complex subject are long, expensive textbooks. Until now. This,
the first trade book to give a detailed, easy to understand explanation of the subject.
400 pages
Abnormal Psychology, Eighth edition
The eighth edition of the bestselling Abnormal Psychology engages students with
its integrated coverage of theory, diagnosis, and treatment; its inclusive wide-ranging
cross-cultural perspective, and its focus on the real-life impact of mental illness.
Containing the latest research, Abnormal Psychology returns in a timely new edition.
736 pages
Phytoliths: Applications in Earth Sciences and Human History
This impeccably-researched volume skillfully reports and discusses advances in
phytolith research, addressing in particular the use of phytoliths for deciphering
fundamental issues in earth science and human history.
373 pages
Biopsychology (8th Edition)
Pinel clearly presents the fundamentals Biopsychology and makes the topics personally
and socially relevant to the reader.
The defining feature of Biopsychology is its unique combination of biopsychological
science and personal, reader-oriented discourse. Rather than introducing biopsychology in
the usual textbook fashion, it interweaves the fundamentals of the field with clinical
case studies, social issues, personal implications, and humorous anecdotes. It tries to be
a friendly mentor that speaks directly to the reader, enthusiastically relating recent
advances in biopsychological science.
608 pages
Earth Science
This book helps children to understand the whole complexity and interdependences
of different parts of nature.
886 pages
Pharmacy Technician, 4 edition (Basic Pharmacy
& Pharmacology)
A practical text to understanding the principles, career concepts, and pharmacy skills
needed to be a successful pharmacy technician, The Pharmacy Technician, Fourth Edition
has been specially designed to make learning easier for your students. It offers clear,
concise information to help them learn the material and pass the national
certification examinations. This best-selling text is officially endorsed by the
American Pharmacists Association (APhA).
532 pages
Approaches to Psychology
Approaches to Psychology provides a contemporary, accessible and coherent introduction
to the field of psychology, from its origins to the present, and shows the contribution
of psychology in understanding human behaviour and experience.
The book introduces students to the five core conceptual frameworks (or approaches)
to psychology: biological, behaviourist, cognitive, psychodynamic and humanistic.
The methods, theories and assumptions of each approach are explored so that the
reader builds an understanding of psychology as it applies to human development, social
and abnormal
576 pages
Environmental Geology (9th Edition)
Having originally defined the Environmental Geology course, this is considered the
most comprehensive yet readable book for your course level. Keller continues to offer
the most detailed, current research available. He covers a wide range of topics,
discussing everything from fundamental geologic principles to the specifics of
environmental law and geologic hazards, from a truly environmental perspective. The
Ninth Edition emphasizes the engineering geology approach, especially in the discussion
of soil and rock mechanics and landslides.
624 pages
Essentials of Oceanography (10th Edition)
How do the oceans work To help you find the answers, Trujillo and Thurman present indepth discussions of oceanographic concepts and demystify the science even for nonscience students. Their systems approach highlights the relationship between
oceanographic phenomena and how those phenomena affect other Earth systems.
Scientific information from geology, chemistry, physics, and biology combine to illustrate
how each of these disciplines relates to the ocean.
576 pages
From Conditioning to Conscious Recollection: Memory
Systems of the Brain
This cutting-edge book offers a theoretical account of the evolution of multiple memory systems of
the brain. The authors conceptualize these memory systems from both behavioral and
neurobiological perspectives, guided by three related principles. First, that our understanding of a
wide range of memory phenomena can be advanced by breaking down memory into multiple
forms with different operating characteristics. Second, that different forms of memory
representation are supported by distinct brain pathways with circuitry and neural coding properties.
600 pages
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Mineral Deposits & Earth Evolution
Mineral deposits are not only primary sources of wealth generation, but also act as
windows through which to view the evolution and interrelationships of the Earth
system. Deposits formed throughout the last 3.8 billion years of the EarthA��s
history preserve key evidence with which to test fundamental questions about the
evolution of the Earth.
280 pages
Minerals and Rocks
This text presents the physical properties of minerals and an introduction to
crystallography. The most important rock-forming minerals are then dealt with in
a systematic way, followed by the three main rock groups �C igneous, sedimentary
and metamorphic. A lecture course in Minerals and Rocks must be accompanied by a
parallel sequence of practical classes
163 pages
Climate Change: An Integrated Perspective
Global climate change - rapid, substantial and human induced - may have
radical consequences for life on earth. The problem is a complex one, however, demanding
a multi-disciplinary approach.
420 pages
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First Course on Aerodynamics
This book helps the reader to get a first glimpse of the subject without getting into too
many details. Figures have been used to explain concepts wherever possible.
96 pages
Energy at the Surface of the Earth: An Introduction to
the Energetics of Ecosystems
This book presents one way of looking at the manner in which the biological, physical,
and cultural systems that mantle the landmasses of our planet receive, transform, and
give off energy, which is an essential condition of existence that takes many forms.
Energy conversions establish the climate in which these systems operate.
516 pages
Foray into the Worlds of Animals and Humans: with A
Theory of Meaning
Is the tick a machine or a machine operator? Is it a mere object or a subject? With
these questions, the pioneering biophilosopher Jakob von Uexkull embarks on a
remarkable exploration of the unique social and physical environments that individual
animal species, as well as individuals within species, build and inhabit. This concept of
the umwelt has become enormously important within posthumanist philosophy,
influencing such figures as Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty, Deleuze and Guattari, and,
most recently, Giorgio Agamben, who has called Uexkull "a high point of
modern antihumanism."
248 pages
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Water and Nature
The question of the origin of water on Earth, or the question of why there is clearly
more water on the Earth than on the other planets of the Solar System, has not
been clarified. There are several acknowledged theories as to how the world's oceans
were formed over the past 4.6 billion years.
138 pages
Natural Processes and Human Impacts: Interactions
between Humanity and the Environment
This highly topical book comes at a time when the two-way relationship between
humankind and the environment is moving inexorably to the top of the agenda. It covers
both sides of this delicate balancing act, explaining how various natural processes
influence humanity, including its economic activities and engineering structures, while
also illuminating the ways in which human activity puts pressure on the natural environment.
677 pages
Complete Electronics Self-Teaching Guide with Projects
For almost 30 years, this book has been a classic text for electronics enthusiasts. Now
completely updated for today's technology, this latest version combines concepts, self-tests,
and hands-on projects to offer you a completely repackaged and revised resource. This unique
self-teaching guide features easy-to-understand explanations that are presented in a userfriendly format to help you learn the essentials you need to work with electronic circuits.
576 pages
North Pole, South Pole: The Epic Quest to Solve the
Great Mystery of Earth's Magnetism
Why do compass needles point northbut not quite north? What guides the migration of birds,
whales, and fish across the world��s oceans? How is Earth able to sustain life under an onslaught
of solar wind and cosmic radiation? For centuries, the world��s great scientists have grappled
with these questions, all rooted in the same phenomenonEarth��s magnetism
288 pages
Music of Pythagoras
The enthralling story of Pythagoras and the Pythagoreans, whose insights transformed the
ancient world and still inspire the realms of science, mathematics, philosophy, and the arts.
384 pages
Team Collaboration: Using Microsoft Office for More
Effective Teamwork
Set the stage for more effective collaboration in your organization using Microsoft Office.
Whether coordinating a cross-team project or leading your workgroup, you��ll discover how
to combine your skills with Office programs with best practices for enabling your teams best work
336 pages
Why Geology Matters: Decoding the Past, Anticipating
the Future
Volcanic dust, climate change, tsunamis, earthquakes--geoscience explores phenomena
that profoundly affect our lives. But more than that, as Doug Macdougall makes clear, the science
also provides important clues to the future of the planet. In an entertaining and accessibly
written narrative, Macdougall gives an overview of Earth's astonishing history based on
information extracted from rocks, ice cores, and other natural archives.
304 pages
Inventors at Work: The Minds and Motivation Behind
Modern Inventions
Inventors at Work: The Minds and Motivation Behind Modern Inventions is a collection
of interviews with inventors of famous products, innovations, and technologies that
have made life easier or even changed the way we live. All of these scientists, engineers,
wild-eyed geniuses, and amateur technologists have dedicated their lives to the pursuit
of that singular Eureka! moment in their laboratories or garages. Each has altered the
modern world as we know it in some significant way.
324 pages
Inventors and Inventions: Biographies and Stories behind
such Inventions
This e-book does deal with every department of magic and explain all the secrets. Such a book like this is
clearly not one for profane eyes. As it befits the unique nature of its contents, it is destined to receive the
better guarding its secrets it is to be furnished with such a strange lock that nobody else should be able to pick
it up. Professor Hoffmann, the world famous magician, speaks of this e-book as the crowning the edifice
of magic.
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An Introduction to Physical Sciences
An Introduction to Physical Science presents a survey of the physical sciences–physics, chemistry,
astronomy, meteorology, and geology–for non-science majors. Topics are treated both descriptively
and quantitatively, providing flexibility for instructors who wish to emphasize a highly descriptive approach,
a highly quantitative approach, or anything in between. Time-tested pedagogical tools address the needs of
a range of learning styles: concepts to be treated mathematically are consistently introduced from
three perspectives (definition, word equation, symbol notation); Confidence Exercises follow in-text
Examples, giving students an opportunity for immediate practice and reinforcement; and updated Spotlight
On features use figures, photos, or flowcharts to visually summarize important topics. The Twelfth
Edition includes new content and features that help students better visualize concepts, master basic math,
and practice problem solving. In response to instructor feedback, new end-of-chapter problems
appear throughout the text and sections on astronomy have been updated. A dynamic technology
package combines course management and testing resources as well as online support for students.
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Physics, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology, and geology–
for non-science majors
This e-book presents a survey of the physical sciences–physics, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology,
and geology–for non-science majors. Topics are treated both descriptively and quantitatively, providing
flexibility for instructors who wish to emphasize a highly descriptive approach, a highly quantitative approach,
or anything in between. Time-tested pedagogical tools address the needs of a range of learning styles:
concepts to be treated mathematically are consistently introduced from three perspectives (definition,
word equation, symbol notation); Confidence Exercises follow in-text Examples, giving students an
opportunity for immediate practice and reinforcement; and updated Spotlight On features use figures, photos,
or flowcharts to visually summarize important topics. The Twelfth Edition includes new content and features
that help students better visualize concepts, master basic math, and practice problem solving. In response
to instructor feedback, new end-of-chapter problems appear throughout the text and sections on
astronomy have been updated. A dynamic technology package combines course management and
testing resources as well as online support for students. The Twelfth Edition is available in both a
hardcover version and, at a reduced price, a paperback version, giving students flexible options to meet
their needs.
Encyclopedia of Scientific Principles, Laws and Theories
(2 Volumes Set)
The purpose of this encyclopedia is to present in two volumes a historical aspect for the important
principles, laws, theories, hypotheses, and concepts that reflect this amazing progression of
scientific descriptions and explanations of nature. This encyclopedia is designed for the high school and
college-level student as well as for the general reader who has an interest in science. Physical laws
are generalized factual principles that describe how things behave in nature under a variety of
circumstances. Scientific principles are similar general statements about nature as are scientific laws. A
scientific principle of nature must be objective and universal. Principles are not xxvi Introduction dependent
on the views or statement of individuals but must be true from all points of view and true from all points
of reference in the universe. Scientific theories are a type of model designed as general explanatory
statements about the workings of nature. A hypothesis is a logical and rational explanation of a series of
critical observations that have not yet been disproved or proved, nor accepted by the scientific community.
This e-book consists of 2 volumes and 965 pages
Biological Psychology
This BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY is the best selling text in the market for good reasons–an extremely high level
of scholarship, clear and occasionally humorous writing style, and precise examples. An extremely
skilled teacher, the author has written a text that speaks to today’s students as well as to
professors. Throughout all ten editions, the goal has been to make biological psychology accessible
to psychology students, not just to biology majors and pre-meds. The goal has also been to convey
the excitement of the search for biological explanations of behavior. The author believes that
biological psychology is “the most interesting topic in the world,” and this text convinces many
students. Accuracy, currency and a clear presentation style have always been the hallmarks of this text, and
this Tenth Edition and its supplement package take these qualities to the next level. Sold separately
and available for the first time, a media-rich, highly interactive online eBook integrates the text;
Exploring Biological Psychology; Try It Yourself activities; Stop & Check quizzes; and new
animations. Observatory
Brains: How They Seem to Work
For 50 years, the world’s most brilliant neuroscientists have struggled to understand how human brains
really work. Today, says the author, the dominant research agenda may have taken us as far as it can–
and neuroscientists may be approaching a paradigm shift.
In this highly personal book, the author reveals how we got to this point and offers his notion of
where neuroscience may be headed next. Purves guides you through a half-century of the most influential
ideas in neuroscience and introduces the extraordinary scientists and physicians who created and tested them.
The author offers a critical assessment of the paths that neuroscience research has taken, their successes
and their limitations, and then introduces an alternative approach for thinking about brains. Building on
new research on visual perception, he shows why common ideas about brain networks can’t be right
and uncovers the factors that determine our subjective experience. The resulting insights offer a
deeper understanding of what it means to be human.
Why we need a better conception of what brains are trying to do and how they do it
Approaches to understanding the brain over the past several decades may be at an impasse
The surprising lessons that can be learned from what we see
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How complex neural processes owe more to trial-and-error experience than to logical principles
Brains–and the people who think about them
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Meet some of the extraordinary individuals who’ve shaped neuroscience
The “ghost in the machine” problem
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The ideas presented further undermine the concept of free will
Developmental Psychology: Childhood and Adolescence,
8th Edition
This popular, topically organized, and thoroughly updated child and adolescent development text presents
you with the best theories, research, and practical advice that developmentalists have to offer today.
Authors David R. Shaffer and Katherine Kipp provide you with a current and comprehensive overview of
child and adolescent development, written in clear, concise language that talks “to” you rather than “at”
you. The authors also focus on application–showing how theories and research apply to real-life settings. As
a result, you will gain an understanding of developmental principles that will help you in your roles as
parents, teachers, nurses, day-care workers, pediatricians, psychologists, or in any other capacity by which
you may one day influence the lives of developing persons.
Encyclopedia of Earthquakes and Volcanoes
Encyclopedia of Earthquakes and Volcanoes provides a unique single source on historical earthquakes
and volcanic eruptions for students or laypeople. Many of the sources included are obscure and difficult
to obtain. This e-book containing 365 printable pages may serve as a standalone reference for
introductory courses on earthquakes and volcanoes.
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Concise Encyclopedia of Psychology and Behavioural Science
The purpose of the Encyclopedia is to provide succinct summaries of information regarding the most
important topics in Psychology and Neuroscience for the reader. We hope this concise edition will make
that material available to an even wider audience Numerous authors have referred to other publications
relevant to their entries in this book, and we trust these will be useful to the reader in gathering
additional details about the topics of interest.
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International Dictionary of Psychoanalysis
This dictionary was created over a period of years, as with all such enterprises, and especially one involving
so many contributors sprinkled across the globe. It is the only work that presents not just some nine
hundred concepts or ideas, but also three hundred and sixty biographies of eminent psychoanalysts from
around the world, one hundred and seventy of their most noted works, and fifty countries where
psychoanalysis has taken root; more than a hundred entries deal with events that have punctuated the
history of psychoanalysis in its multifarious lines of development; the institutions that have embodied
that development are likewise described in detail, as are the contributions of movements, such as
analytical psychology and individual psychology, which stemmed from psychoanalysis.
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Encyclopedia of Separation Science
The Encyclopedia of Separation Science is the most comprehensive resource available on the theory,
techniques, and applications of separation science. The work presents information on three levels. The
first volume contains Level 1, which provides a broad overview of the theory of the 12 main categories
of separation techniques. Volumes 2-4 (Level 2) expand coverage with detailed theoretical and
technical descriptions of particular techniques. The remaining Volumes 5-9 (Level 3) cover applications of
these techniques from the micro to the macro, and also from the analytical laboratory bench to largescale industrial processes. Volume 10 consists mainly of the index. The Encyclopedia of Separation Science is
the first truly comprehensive work covering the whole of separation theory, methods, and techniques.
This encyclopedia will be invaluable to researchers and professionals across a wide range of areas in
academia and industry.
This e-book contains ten volumes of 4927 printable pages.
Encyclopedia of Nature
An exciting new edition to the First Reference series, this fun-packed nature encyclopedia introduces children
to every aspect of the natural world. Incredible pictures reveal how all kinds of animals and plants live
together. Bite-sized facts, figures, and quizzes make learning fun and bring information to life. Discover how
life survives in all kinds of places, from rainforests to deserts.
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Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences (6 Volume Set)
Destined to become a classic in oceanographic studies, this work achieves its intention to be the
most comprehensive, current work in its field. The signed articles, by leading experts in the field, are
extensive, well written, and highly informative. Topics covered range from the study of atmospheric input
of pollution to the effects of waves on beaches. Many of the articles will not be found in briefer
general encyclopedias on this topic. Entries are well indexed and cross-referenced; many list additional
citations for further reading. The volumes are well illustrated with graphs, charts, formulas, drawings,
and pictures. This will be an extremely useful reference tool for students, educators, or researchers looking
for information in oceanographic studies.
Encyclopedia of Pain
This is the most comprehensive overview available anywhere on the broad, multi-faceted and complex topic
of pain – and the rapidly evolving scientific and medical disciplines that seek to understand, assess and
treat pain. The Encyclopedia of Pain includes more than 3,000 entries and provides clear, detailed and upto-date coverage of the current state of research, and treatment of pain. In addition, detailed essays provide
in-depth information on all aspects of nociception and pain, including substrates, causes,
pathophysiology, symptoms and signs, diagnoses and treatment. A thousand color figures
enhance understanding of this too-little-understood topic. Solidly structured and inclusive, this threevolume reference is an invaluable tool for clinical scientists and practitioners in academia, health care
and industry, as well as students, teachers and interested laypersons.
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Encyclopedia of Sciences (10 Volumes)
This encyclopedia covers the following science subjects: Human Life, Animal Life, Plant Life, Earth
Science, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy and Space, Mathematics, Technology and Research.
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Encyclopedia of Evolution
Encyclopedia of Evolution contains 215 entries, which span modern evolutionary science and the history of
its development. Even though the entries use some technical terminology, it is intended to be concise and
useful to non-specialist readers. By reading these entries, you may discover that many of the things that
you have heard all of your life about evolution are wrong. Encyclopedia of Evolution adopts a stance,
nearly universal among scientists, that is critical of creationism and its variations such as intelligent
design theory. The evolutionary view of the world helps us to appreciate our place in it and also to be grateful
for the beauty of the world. We see ourselves as existing, as highly intelligent creatures, for only a tiny
fraction of the history of the universe, and as part of an ecological and evolutionary web of the life of this planet.
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Life on Earth: An Encyclopedia of Bio-diversity, Ecology
and Evolution
Life on Earth is intended to introduce "younger generations" to biological diversity, "the variety of life on Earth
at all its levels, from genes to biogeographic regions, and the ecological and evolutionary processes that
sustain it." The encyclopedia's activist perspective and conversational style will appeal to high-school
and beginning college students, especially those writing position papers. Eldredge is curator of paleontology
at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH), and a number of the 60 contributors are AMNH
scientists. Most other contributors are associated with major universities and research institutions in the U.
S. Four introductory essays outline the definition, importance, and preservation of biodiversity. Many of the
194 articles are about specific phyla or species (Annelida--the segmented worm, Giant ground
sloth, Lagomorpha) or important concepts (Botany, Human evolution, Meteo rology, Soil). Others address
issues that will appeal to students and general readers (Ethics of conservation; Medicine, the benefits
of biodiversity to; Tourism, ecotourism, and biodiversity). Essays and articles incorporate many tables
with sources cited, line drawings, and unremarkable black-and-white photographs. Articles are clearly
written, usually define specialized terms, and include bibliographies of books and popular and scholarly
periodical articles.
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Encyclopedia of Insects
The Encyclopedia of Insects is a complete source of information on the subject of insects, contained within
a single volume. Each article in the Encyclopedia provides an overview of the selected topic to inform a
broad spectrum of readers, from insect biologists and scientists conducting research in related areas, to
students and the interested general public. In order that you, the reader, will derive the maximum benefit
from the Encyclopedia of Insects, we have provided this Guide. It explains how the book is The Encyclopedia
of Insects presents 271 separate articles on the entire range of entomological study. Articles in the
Encyclopedia fall within twelve general subject areas, as follows: anatomy, physiology, behaviour,
evolution, reproduction, development and metamorphosis, major groups and notable forms, interactions
with other organisms, interactions with Humans, habitats, ecology and history and methodology.
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Encyclopedia of Hormones
The publication of the Encyclopedia of Hormones is intended to provide a comprehensive reference work on
all known hormones in vertebrate animals, insects, and plants. All of the articles are formatted according to
the same blueprint and each is intended to be a selfcontained presentation. Each article begins with a
brief topical content outline that provides the reader with a listing of the major topics presented in the
article. The article body begins with an introductory paragraph that defines the topic under discussion
and summarizes the content of the article. Following the article are reference citations to provide the reader
with access to further in-depth consideration of the topic at hand and a cross-reference to related entries in
the Encyclopedia. A glossary list defines key terms that may be unfamiliar to the reader and are important to
an understanding of the article. A compilation of all glossary terms appearing in the complete
multivolume Encyclopedia is presented in the final volume as a dictionary. This e-book contains very useful
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Encyclopedia of Fishes
Grzimek’s Animal Life Encyclopedia is an internationally prominent scientific reference compilation.
Readers should note that within chapters, species accounts are organized alphabetically by family name
and then alphabetically by scientific name. In each chapter, the list of species to be highlighted was chosen
by the contributor in consultation with the appropriate subject advisor.
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Environmental Encyclopedia
Entries range from 100 to more than 2,000 words. Some are complemented by black-and-white
photographs and diagrams. Each entry is signed, and topical coverage includes a broad range of
environmental perspectives, including scientific, political, and social issues. Most of the entries are followed by
a brief bibliography. However, these bibliographies are inconsistent, some pointing to a large number
of standard and useful sources, others leading the user to an odd selection of works that do not
represent comprehensive or core treatments of the issue at hand. We hope that an interest in preserving
and protecting our common environment is one reason that you are reading this encyclopedia and that you
will find information here to help you in that quest.
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Encyclopedia of World Scientists
"Encyclopedia of World Scientists" is a diverse and comprehensive two-volume collection of biographies
of scientists. This essential work contains fascinating stories of nearly 1,000 scientists - almost half of whom
are female - who have contributed significantly to their fields. All scientific disciplines are represented, as well
as all periods of history as far back as 400 BCE. With more than 100 new entries and more than
200 photographs and illustrations, this revised edition highlights how scientists have overcome
formidable obstacles while in pursuit of great achievements that have forever altered our understanding of
the world. While this set brings together an array of well-known and lesser known scientists, providing the
basic biographical details of their lives, the focus is on their work, with their scientific achievements presented
in everyday language that makes even the most complex concepts accessible.
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Encyclopedia of Animal Behaviour
Increases in human requirements from animals have coincided with advances in the study of animal
behaviour. Only very recently has this knowledge been applied to domestic animals. This e-book deals with
the origin of their behaviour, their relationships, socializations, pattern, inherent, rhythms and evolution of
their behaviour, breeding systems, their socio-biology, etc to understand in depth the reasons for
their behavioural patterns.
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Encyclopedia of Weather and Climate
This e-book, containing 825 pages, stands out because it is an easy-to-understand, well-put-together text...
high-school, public, and academic libraries will definitely want [this] two-volume set. The main body of
the encyclopedia contains entries describing processes such as cloud formation, atmospheric phenomena such
as rainbows, and some of the techniques and instruments that are used to study the atmosphere, as well as
the units of measurement that scientists use. They also explain the classification systems that are used
for climate types, winds, and clouds.
Encyclopedia of Solid Earth Geophysics
The past few decades have witnessed the growth of the Earth Sciences in the pursuit of knowledge
and understanding of the planet that we live on. This development addresses the challenging endeavor to
enrich human lives with the bounties of Nature as well as to preserve the planet for the generations to
come. Solid Earth Geophysics aspires to define and quantify the internal structure and processes of the Earth
in terms of the principles of physics and forms the intrinsic framework, which other allied disciplines utilize
for more specific investigations. The first edition of the Encyclopedia of Solid Earth Geophysics was published
in 1989 by Van Nostrand Reinhold publishing company. More than two decades later, this new volume, edited
by Prof. Harsh K. Gupta, represents a thoroughly revised and expanded reference work. It brings together
more than 200 articles covering established and new concepts of Geophysics across the various subdisciplines such as Gravity, Geodesy, Geomagnetism, Seismology, Seismics, Deep Earth Processes,
Plate Tectonics, Thermal Domains, Computational Methods, etc. in a systematic and consistent format
and standard. It is an authoritative and current reference source with extraordinary width of scope. It draws
its unique strength from the expert contributions of editors and authors across the globe. It is designed to
serve as a valuable and cherished source of information for current and future generations of professionals.
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Origin of species by Darwin
This is the ebook on Origin of species by the world-famous scientist Mr.Darwin.
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The Shape of Life : Genes, Development and the Evolution
of Animal Form
Rudolf Raff is recognized as a pioneer in evolutionary developmental biology. In their 1983 book,
Embryos, Genes, and Evolution, Raff and co-author Thomas Kaufman proposed a synthesis of
developmental and evolutionary biology. In this book, Raff analyzes the rise of this new experimental
discipline and lays out new research questions, hypotheses, and approaches to guide its development. Raff
uses the evolution of animal body plans to exemplify the interplay between developmental mechanisms
and evolutionary patterns. Animal body plans emerged half a billion years ago. Evolution within these body
plans during this span of time has resulted in the tremendous diversity of living animal forms. Raff argues for
an integrated approach to the study of the intertwined roles of development and evolution
involving phylogenetic, comparative, and functional biology. This new synthesis will interest not only
scientists working in these areas, but also paleontologists, zoologists, morphologists, molecular biologists,
and geneticists.
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Science of Every-day things - 4 volumes
The aim of this e-book is to explain how scientific phenomena can be understood by observing common,
real-world events. From luminescence to echolocation to buoyancy, the series will illustrate the chief
principles that underlay these phenomena and explore their application in everyday life. To encourage
cross-disciplinary study, the entries will draw on applications from a wide variety of fields and
endeavors. Science of Everyday Things initially comprises four volumes:
Volume 1: Real-Life Chemistry
Volume 2: Real-Life Physics
Volume 3: Real-Life Biology
Volume 4: Real-Life Earth Science
This e-book contains 1617 pages in toto.
Energy, the Subtle Concept: The discovery of
Feynman’s blocks from Leibniz to Einstein
But what, exactly, is being conserved? Are some forms of energy more fundamental than others? What is
the link between energy, space, time, and matter? Th e various forms and their formulae are so
seemingly unrelated—is there some underlying essence of energy? Th e aim of this book is to answer
these questions and to explain the concept of energy through the history of its discovery. The aim of this book
is to explain energy and to use the history of its emergence for this purpose. As the book is therefore
primarily physics explanation rather than history of physics, no attempt is made at a comprehensive
historical account. The chronology is broken up by frequent asides and explanations in modern terms.
The amount of biographical detail is mostly in inverse proportion to the fame of the given scientist and
many important scientists are left out altogether (Colding, Rankine, Séguin, Lomonosov, la Borda,
Bélidor, Holtzmann, Krönig, Ewart, Hachette, Coriolis, and others). Chapters 2 – 16 chart the discovery of
energy up to the mid- nineteenth century. Chapters 17 and 18 look forward to energy in the modern era:
the treatment is more condensed and assumes a background in the physical sciences.
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Nature and Motion in Physics Point of View – (6 volumes)
This e-book consists of 6 volumes and contains 2146 pages in toto, and this book is written for anybody who
is intensely curious about nature and motion. Have you ever asked: Why do people, animals, things, images
and empty space move? The answer leads to many adventures, and this book presents one of the best of
them: the search for a precise, unified and final description of all motion. The search for the final,
unified description of motion is a story of many surprises. Indeed, every page presents at least one surprise
or provocation for the reader to think about. Numerous interesting challenges are proposed.
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Biographical Encyclopedia of Scientists
This book contains information obtained from authentic and highly regarded sources. This reference
book presents biographical entries on important scientists – from the earliest times to the present day. We
have attempted to include people who have produced major advances in theory or have made influential or
well-known discoveries.; the entries contain basic biographical data – place and date of birth, posts held, etc.
– but do not give exhaustive personal details about the subject’s family, prizes, honorary degrees, etc. Most
of the space has been given to their main scientific achievements and the nature and importance of
these achievements.
The Brain and Behaviour: An introduction to
Behavioural Anatomy
The book targets brain areas that are known to be heavily involved in behavior. Each chapter begins with a
brief introduction. The majority of each chapter consists of anatomy and behavioral considerations. In
some chapters further behavioral considerations are included before the select bibliography and references.
We have allowed ourselves to speculate on the possible function of some of the CNS circuits for the purpose
of stimulating the reader’s interest. The speculative nature of such statements are clearly stated. We
suggest that the reader reads through the entire book at least once to develop an overview of the brain.
Nature and Motion in Physics point of View - 6 volumes
This book is written for anybody who is curious about nature and motion. Curiosity about how people,
animals, things, images and space move leads to many adventures. This volume presents the best of them
in the domain of everyday life. In order to be simple, the text focuses on concepts, while keeping
mathematics to the necessary minimum. Understanding the concepts of physics is given precedence over
using formulae in calculations.The whole text is within the reach of an undergraduate. In order to be up to
date, the text is enriched by themany gems – both theoretical and empirical – that are scattered throughout
the scientific literature. In order to be captivating, the text tries to startle the reader as much as
possible. Reading a book on general physics should be like going to a magic show. We watch, we are
astonished, we do not believe our eyes, we think, and finally we understand the trick. When we look at
nature, we often have the same xperience. Indeed, every page presents at least one surprise or provocation
for the reader to think about. Numerous interesting challenges are proposed. The motto of the text,
dieMenschen starken, die Sachen klaren, a famous statement by Hartmut von Hentig on pedagogy,
translates as: ‘To fortify people, to clarify things.’ Clarifying
things requires courage, as changing habits of thought produces fear, often hidden by anger. But by
overcoming our fears we grow in strength. And we experience intense and beautiful emotions.
This e-book consists of the topics on fall, flow and heat, relativity, light, charges and brain, the quantum
of change, pleasure, technology and stars, and speculation on unification. This e-book contains 2146 pages.
Dreams: (From Volumes 4, 8, 12, and 16 of the
Collected Works of C. G. Jung)
Dream analysis is a distinctive and foundational part of analytical psychology, the school of
psychology founded by C. G. Jung and his successors. This volume collects Jung's most
insightful contributions to the study of dreams and their meaning.
368 pages
Human Encounter with Death
Stanislav Grof, M.D., and Joan Halifax, Ph.D., have a unique authority and competence in
the interpretation of the human encounter with death. Theirs is an extraordinary range of
experience, in clinical research with psyched
240 pages
Teaching Primary Science: Promoting Enjoyment
Developing Understanding
Primary Science: Promoting positive attitudes to conceptual learningis a full colour,
core textbook to support, inform and inspire anyone training to teach Science at primary level.
This book is a new kind of text linking subject knowledge and pedagogy in one
package, rather than treating them as separate entities. The text aims to encourage
trainee teachers to teach scientific concepts in contexts which will inspire the children to
look at the world in new and intriguing ways, rather than presenting it as a list of facts
and definitions. Encouraging critical reflection and offering practical support, this book
will help trainee teachers to overcome negative attitudes to Science.
The two part structure of the book first presents insights into the nature of science
and science education, exploring issues such as the value and purpose of teaching Science
in the primary school and the value of scientific enquiry. It then moves on to cover
subject knowledge, relating it to pedagogy.
Key features of the text:
Reflective questions prior at the start of each chapter
Boxes including case studies, short biographies, models of good practice, anecdotes and
short reviews of research literature
Stop and think feature
Discussion points
Glossary of key terms
Going further
Emotional Intelligence
In today’s fast-paced world of competitive workplaces and turbulent economic conditions, each of us is
searching for effective tools that can help us to manage, adapt, and strike out ahead of the pack.
By now, emotional intelligence (EQ) needs little introduction—it’s no secret that EQ is critical to your
success. But knowing what EQ is and knowing how to use it to improve your life are two very different things.
Emotional Intelligence 2.0 delivers a step-by-step program for increasing your EQ via four, core EQ skills
that enable you to achieve your fullest potential:
1) Self-Awareness
2) Self-Management
3) Social Awareness
4) Relationship Management
Emotional Intelligence 2.0 is a book with a single purpose—increasing your EQ. Here’s what people are
saying about it:
“Emotional Intelligence 2.0 succinctly explains how to deal with emotions creatively and employ our
intelligence in a beneficial way.”
—The Dalai Lama
“A fast read with compelling anecdotes and good context in which to understand and improve.”
—Newsweek
“Gives abundant, practical findings and insights with emphasis on how to develop EQ.”
—Stephen R. Covey
“This book can drastically change the way you think about success…read it twice.”
The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of
Positive Psychology
Conventional wisdom holds that if we work hard we will be more successful, and if we are more successful,
then we’ll be happy. If we can just find that great job, win that next promotion, lose those five
pounds, happiness will follow. But recent discoveries in the field of positive psychology have shown that
this formula is actually backward: Happiness fuels success, not the other way around. When we are positive,
our brains become more engaged, creative, motivated, energetic, resilient, and productive at work. This
isn’t just an empty mantra. This discovery has been repeatedly borne out by rigorous research in psychology
and neuroscience, management studies, and the bottom lines of organizations around the globe. In
The Happiness Advantage, Shawn Achor, who spent over a decade living, researching, and lecturing at
Harvard University, draws on his own research—including one of the largest studies of happiness and potential
at Harvard and others at companies like UBS and KPMG—to fix this broken formula. Using stories and
case studies from his work with thousands of Fortune 500 executives in 42 countries, Achor explains how we
can reprogram our brains to become more positive in order to gain a competitive edge at work. Isolating
seven practical, actionable principles that have been tried and tested everywhere from classrooms
to boardrooms, stretching from Argentina to Zimbabwe, he shows us how we can capitalize on the
Happiness Advantage to improve our performance and maximize our potential. Among the principles he outlines:
The Tetris Effect: how to retrain our brains to spot patterns of possibility, so we can see—and seize
—opportunities wherever we look.The Zorro Circle: how to channel our efforts on small, manageable goals,
to gain the leverage to gradually conquer bigger and bigger ones.Social Investment: how to reap the
dividends of investing in one of the greatest predictors of success and happiness—our social support network
A must-read for everyone trying to excel in a world of increasing workloads, stress, and negativity,
The Happiness Advantage isn’t only about how to become happier at work. It’s about how to reap the benefits
of a happier and more positive mind-set to achieve the extraordinary in our work and in our lives.
Architecture of Thought
In Architecture of Thought, Andrzej Piotrowski maps and conceptually explores material practices of the
past, showing how physical artifacts and visual environments manifest culturally rooted modes of thought
and participate in the most nuanced processes of negotiations and ideological exchanges. According
to Piotrowski, material structures enable people to think in new ways—distill emerging or alter
existing worldviews—before words can stabilize them as conventional narratives.
Combining design thinking with academic methods of inquiry, Piotrowski traces ancient to modern
architectural histories and—through critical readings of select buildings—examines the role of
nonverbal exchanges in the development of an accumulated Western identity. Unlike studies that
organize around the traditional scheme of periodization in history, Architecture of Thought uses
an interdisciplinary approach to investigate a wide spectrum of cultural productions in different times and places.
Operating from the assertion that buildings are the most permanent record of unself-conscious beliefs
and attitudes, it discusses Byzantium and the West after iconoclasm, the conquest and colonization
of Mesoamerica, the Reformation and Counter-Reformation in Eastern Europe, the rise of the culture
of consumerism in Victorian England, and High Modernism as its consequence. By moving beyond
the assumption that historical structures reflect transcendental values and deterministic laws of physics
or economy or have been shaped by self-conscious individuals, Piotrowski challenges the traditional
knowledge of what architecture is and can be. This e-book contains 356 pages.
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Twenty two Powerful Tools to transform Your Fear
into Happiness, Peace and Inspiration
The root of our negative experiences may be reduced to one of three universal fears (or a combination
of them): abandonment, low self-worth, or lack of trust fearful thought patterns like these are simply habits
that we are taught as children or develop on our own in adulthood. And like all habits, they can be changed
with just a little bit of determined effort In the first 3 chapters of this ebook you‘ll learn how these 3
universal fears affect our lives through our personal fears, collective fears and consciousness. Then in chapter
4 you will discover 22 simple techniques that can help you to transform your fear into more
empowering feelings. These methods may be simple, but don‘t be fooled into thinking they can‘t possibly
work because they are immensely powerful if you give them a fair chance. Throughout this ebook you‘ll also
find many links to free audios, articles, teleseminars and videos situated in the Evolution Ezine website.
This e-book contains 60 full of useful and content pages.’
The Emotion Code
This e-book deals with how to release your trapped emotions for abundant health, love and happiness.
The Emotion Code is a self-help method that quite often produces marvelous results and wonderful
benefits, both physical and emotional in nature. The stories in this book are all true, but the names have
been changed in some circumstances to protect privacy. This book is based on the personal observations
and experiences of Dr. Bradley Nelson.
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Secrets of the Mind
This book will guide you through the labyrinth that will take you to the destination you must reach to
dutifully complete your mission on planet Earth and make the whole voyage a happy and fruitful adventure.
A large part of your brain remains unexplored and untamed. More complex than a multispin particle, your
brain must be turned inside out and upside down thousands of time before revealing its full potential.
The Secrets of the Mind invites you to discover one of the countless hidden facets of your personal world.
It urges you to walk into the mirror and visit a universe of affluence that is all yours and quite within reach.
Psychology and Crime
Society today is fascinated by crime. Crime is a hot topic in the media, so that people
are continually exposed to criminal events, portrayals of those who commit them, and
the suffering of victims.
232 pages
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Essentials of Social Psychology
Essentials of Social Psychology provides a clear, concise and engaging introduction to
the field. Covering all the major topics and theoretical perspectives, this exciting new
book provides straightforward explanation of key terms and concepts in a lively and
student-friendly manner. Debates and controversies are brought to life and the wider
practical relevance of the subject is emphasised throughout. Pedagogical features that
appear across the book include
Research Classic sections which describe classic studies, Research Applications boxes
that highlight more contemporary developments in social psychological research and
their practical applications, Real World features that look at the everyday relevance of
social psychology, and Literature, Film and TV features that demonstrate how
social psychological concepts are dealt with in popular media. An international balance
of research alerts students to the cross cultural dimensions of social psychology Essentials
of Social Psychology is accompanied by MyPsychLab, an interactive online study
resource designed to help students to consolidate and further their understanding.
Together, the book and online support make this an ideal resource for those studying
the subject for the first time, or as part of a more general programme of study.
424 pages
Technology and Science in Ancient Civilizations
Why did the Greeks excel in geometry, but lag begin the Mesopotamians in arithmetic? How were the
great pyramids of Egypt and the Han tombs in China constructed? What did the complex system of canals
and dykes in the Tigris and Euphrates river valley have to do with the deforestation of Lebanon’s famed
cedar forests? This work presents a cross-cultural comparison of the ways in which the ancients learned
about and preserved their knowledge of the natural world, and the ways in which they developed
technologies that enabled them to adapt to and shape their surroundings. Covering the major
ancient civilizations - those of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Greece, the Indus Valley, and Meso-America Olson explores how language and numbering systems influenced the social structure, how seemingly
beneficial construction projects affected a civilization’s rise or decline, how religion and magic shaped
both medicine and agriculture, and how trade and the resulting cultural interactions transformed the making
of both everyday household items and items intended as art. Along the way, Olson delves into how
scientific knowledge and its technological applications changed the daily lives of the ancients.
This is an e-book containing 276 pages
THE INTERPRETATION OF DREAMS by Sigmund Freud
The interpretation of dreams was intended as an expedient to facilitate the psychological analysis of
the neuroses; but since then a profounder understanding of the neuroses has contributed towards
the comprehension of the dream. The doctrine of dream interpretation itself has evolved in a direction which
was insufficiently emphasized in this book.
Encyclopedia of Water Science, Second Edition
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Edition provides effective concepts and procedures in environmental water science
and engineering. It unveils a wide spectrum of design concepts, methods, and solutions
for enhanced performance of water quality, treatment, conservation, and irrigation
methods, as well as improved water efficiency in industrial, municipal, and
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streams and lakes as well as many regional case studies.
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Encyclopedia of Earth Science
This new encyclopedia from the Facts On File Science Library offers approximately
700 alphabetically arranged entries ranging from one paragraph to a few pages and
covering earth science subdisciplines (hydrology, oceanography, and so on) as well
as concepts, theories and hypotheses, places, events, geological time periods,
history, technology, and key individuals. Many entries have further-reading lists and
cross-references. There are hundreds of black-and-white photos, drawings, charts, and
maps. The illustrations are generally clear and detailed. Nineteen feature essays are
scattered throughout the text. Two appendixes follow the entries, one containing a
periodic table of elements, the other displaying a geologic time scale and other information.
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Encyclopedia of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,2 Ed (6
Vol. Set)
With its original publication, the Dekker Encyclopedia of Nanoscience and
Nanotechnology immediately became the reference against which all other nano
references are measured. Noting that the encyclopedia was being assembled by
leading authorities at an early stage in the field’s development, Sir Harry Kroto, 1996
Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, rightfully predicted that the encyclopedia would
bring together key advances in a “coherently organized framework.”Continuing to cover
the field as no other resource, the seven volume second edition crosses disciplines to
examine fundamental nano principles, theories, and methodologies, as well as the
latest information on nano-relevant properties. It also covers advances in
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computational methods. It’s available both in print and as a fully searchable online version.
Among other accolades, this million-dollar bestseller has gone on to win an
Outstanding Academic Book Award from CHOICE magazine.
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Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology
This superb and highly-acclaimed dictionary includes over 4000 in-depth entries on
scientific and technical terminology associated with environmental protection and
resource management. In addition, it contains numerous illustrations, a wide range
of international case studies and extensive cross-references to guide the reader. The
new edition will be a major update with 30% new material, additional illustrations and
a greatly expanded list of relevant web resources.
Preface to Fourth Edition ix
Preface to Third Edition xi
Preface to Second Edition xiii
Preface xv
Introduction xvii
Acknowledgements xix
Abbreviations xxiii
The Dictionary 1
Appendix I Pollution and the environment-organizations 779
Appendix II The Periodic Table 791
Table of Chemical Elements 792
Appendix III Table of prefi xes for SI units 795
Appendix IV Conversion table for SI and British units 79
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Encyclopedia of the Antarctic, 2 Volumes
The Antarctic is unique, geographically, politically, and scientifically. It is the most
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and least developed. Antarctica is the only major part of the Earth's landmass not
directly governed by one nation, but under the control of a Treaty, with a multitude
of acceding nations.
The Encyclopedia of the Antarctic brings together large quantities of information on the
wide variety of factors, issues, and individuals influencing and relating to the Antarctic.
No comparable book currently exists for this region.
The Encyclopedia of the Antarctic discusses scientific activities and topics, but the
'human element' is also a significant part of the work, with entries on history, politics,
legal issues, national research programs, scientific bases, historic huts, the United
Nation's 'Question of Antarctica,' compliance with the Environmental Protocol, and tourism.
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Understanding Psychology, 10 edition
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what they don��t know through engaging interactivities, exercises, and readings.
The thoroughly revised Tenth Edition continues with Bob Feldman��s accessible
pedagogy, hallmark research, and focus on diversity in a flexible modules-withinchapters format.
Evolution and Human Behavior
The past decade has seen an upsurge of interest in the application of evolutionary thinking
to the study of human behavior. This introductory book provides an overview of the
key theoretical principles of human sociobiology and evolutionary psychology and shows
how they illuminate the ways humans think and behave. The book takes as one of its
main premises the idea that we think, feel, and act in ways that once enhanced
the reproductive success of our ancestors.
The book covers fundamental issues such as the origins and function of sexual
reproduction, mating behavior, human mate choice, patterns of violence in families,
altruistic behavior, the evolution of brain size and the origins of language, the modular
mind, and the relationship between genes and culture. It also examines the
larger implications of Darwinism for how we view ourselves as a species and our sense
of ourselves as a moral animal. The book includes a valuable historical introduction
to evolutionary theories of behavior and concludes with an examination of the social
and political ramifications of evolutionary thought. It contains numerous diagrams
and illustrations, comprehensive references, summaries, and suggestions for further reading.
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Your Brain on Food: How Chemicals Control Your Thoughts
and Feelings
Why is eating chocolate so pleasurable? Can the function of just one small group of
chemicals really determine whether you are happy or sad? Does marijuana help to
improve your memory in old age? Is it really best to drink coffee if you want to wake up
and be alert? Why is a drug like PCP potentially lethal? Why does drinking alcohol make
you drowsy? Do cigarettes help to relieve anxiety? What should you consume if you
are having trouble staying in your chair and focusing enough to get your work done? Why
do treatments for the common cold make us drowsy? Can eating less food preserve
your brain? What are the possible side effects of pills that claim to make your smarter?
Why is it so hard to stop smoking? Why did witches once believe that they could fly?
In this book, Gary Wenk demonstrates how, as a result of their effects on
certain neurotransmitters concerned with behavior, everything we put into our bodies
has very direct consequences for how we think, feel, and act. The chapters introduce each
of the main neurotransmitters involved with behavior, discuss its role in the brain,
present some background on how it is generally turned on and off, and explain ways
to influence it through what we consume.
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Keys to Educational Psychology
If you are curious about Educational Psychology, this book is for you. You can read
the chapters in any sequence, or you can start at the beginning, because this book
provides myriad keys to the wonderful variety of themes in Educational Psychology
today. Written by leading psychologists, researchers and practitioners, this book focuses
on all the positive constructs in Educational Psychology and reflects on the wide range
of strengths, assets and resources available to the educational psychologist. Each
chapter presents an integrated overview, cutting-edge definitions of key concepts,
quotations from professionals and students, and reflective questions to guide your
practice. Written primarily by South Africans, this book is particularly relevant to the
local environment and presents practical application strategies. Indigenous knowledge
is infused with international perspectives, and equal emphasis is placed on the learner and
on the social context, on assessment and intervention, and on theory and practice. The
book is extremely accessible to students, but will also be invaluable for
teachers, psychologists, researchers and health professionals.
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Cambridge Companion to Freud
Does Freud still have something to teach us? The premise of this volume is that he
most certainly does. Approaching Freud from not only the philosophical but also
historical, psychoanalytical, anthropological, and sociological perspectives, the
contributors show us how Freud gave us a new and powerful way to think about
human thought and action. They consider the context of Freud's thought and the structure
of his arguments to reveal how he made sense of ranges of experience generally neglected
or misunderstood. All the central topics of Freud's work from sexuality and neurosis
to morality, art, and culture are covered.
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Nanocatalysis (NanoScience and Technology)
Nanocatalysis is one of the most exciting subfields to have emerged from nanoscience.
Its central aim is the control of chemical reactions by changing the size,
dimensionality, chemical composition and morphology of the reaction center and by
changing the kinetics using nanopatterning of the reaction centers. This opens up
new avenues for atom-by-atom design of nanocatalysts with distinct and tunable
chemical activity, specificity, and selectivity.
This book is intended to give a pedagogical and methodological overview of this exciting
and growing field and to highlight specific examples of current research. In this way it
serves both as a textbook for graduate students who plan to enter the field and as
a reference work for scientists already active in this and related areas.
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Earthquake Geodynamics : Seismic Case Studies
Unless the geological, tectonic, seismological and engineering aspects of earthquakes
are mastered, constructions will never be safe. A thorough knowledge of
earthquake geodynamics is also vital if the safety/cost ratio of all constructions is to
be increased.
Containing contributions from renowned geoscientists with first-hand experience, this
book discusses various aspects of earthquake geodynamics in seismically active regions.
The chapters include lessons learnt from earthquakes that have struck urban areas during
the past two decades and cover a wide variety of topics including the analysis of
seismic sequences, the study of surficial deformation and geophysical techniques
for microzonation purposes.
Man and His Symbols by Carl G.Jung
Illustrated throughout with revealing images, this is the first and only work in which the
world-famous Swiss psychologist explains to the layperson his enormously influential
theory of symbolism as revealed in dreams.
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Human Evolution: Trails from the Past
Human Evolution provides a comprehensive overview of hominid evolution, synthesising
data and approaches from fields as diverse as physical anthropology, evolutionary
biology, molecular biology, genetics, archaeology, psychology and philosophy.
The book starts with chapters on evolution, population genetics, systematics, and
the methods for constructing evolutionary trees. These are followed by a
comprehensive review of the fossil history of human evolution since our divergence from
the apes. Subsequent chapters cover more recent data, both fossil and molecular, relating
to the evolution of modern humans. A final section describes the evolution of
culture, language, art, and morality.
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Rough Guide to Climate Change, 2nd Edition
The Rough Guide to Climate Change gives the complete picture of the single biggest
issue facing the planet. Cutting a swathe through scientific research and political debate,
this completely updated 2nd edition lays out the facts and assesses the options- global
and personal- for dealing with the threat of a warming world. The guide looks at the
evolution of our atmosphere over the last 4.5 billion years and what computer simulations
of climate change reveal about our past, present, and future. This updated edition
includes new information from the 2007 report from the Intergovernmental Panel on
Climate Change and an updated politics section to reflect post-Kyoto developments.
Discover how rising temperatures and sea levels, plus changes to extreme weather
patterns, are already affecting life around the world. The guide unravels how
governments, scientists and engineers plan to tackle the problem and includes indepth information and lifestyle tips about what you can do to help.
SECRET SCIENCE BEHIND MIRACLES
Strange stories of the Kahunas (Keepers of the Secret). History of Polynesian magic.
Arrival of the white man. Failure of white man's magic, and outlawing of Kahuna
magic. Christianity versus Huna. Dr.William Tufts Brigham, curator of the Bishop
Museum. Forty years of research by Dr. Brigham and itsresults. Three essentials
to understanding Huna. The key to the Secret. Unihipili and uhane, subconscious
and conscious. Experiences of William Reginald Stewart in Africa. The twelve tribes in Africa,
linking with Polynesians through the Secret.
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Becoming a Master Student
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ECONOMICS – A TEXT BOOK
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Break Even Analysis
Econometrics
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Innovation and Small Business Volume-1
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Essentials of Macroeconomics
Essentials of Microeconomics
Essentials of Microeconomics – Exercises
The Neoclassical Growth Model
The overlapping Generations Model and the Pensions
The stochastic Growth Model
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How to Study in College, 10th Edition
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Critical Thinking A Student’s Introduction
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Human Learning
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social cognitive, contextual, and developmental theories, always highlighting
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Problem-based Learning and Creativity
Problem-based learning (PBL) is an educational innovation for greater diversity and engagement in learning.
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How to get a Ph.D: a handbook for students and
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Learning and Memory : from Brain to Behavior
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Reading for Results
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WINGS OF SUCCESS for Today’s Youths
5 ‘Must-Do’ ‘Gotta-Have’ Traits you have to develop before You’re ever gonna be
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Positive Attitude for Unlimited Success
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The Portable MBA
The bestselling book that invented the “MBA in a book” category, The Portable MBA Fifth Edition is a reliable
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A Guide To Memory Increase
The author researched Physical and Mental Health for seventeen years, travelling to North America,
Europe, Middle East and other countries in search of more knowledge in the understanding of Physical
and Mental Health.
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Encyclopedia of World History – Volume 5
This is an encyclopedia on World History volume 5 containing 503 pages
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TOEFL BT Internet based Test 2006-2007
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TOEFL iBT tests with explanations or examples for all questions, including sample essays and
speaking responses. The author also offers general orientation to the new TOEFL iBT, as well as a review
of academic skills, which include note taking, paraphrasing, summarizing, and synthesizing. There is also
a review of language killsÃ¢â‚¬â€•listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The optional CD-ROM
presents seven on-screen TOEFL iBT exams that simulate actual test conditions and provide automatic scoring.
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The Pursuit of Excellence through Education
The nine chapters in this book represent a wide range of view-points on the pursuit of excellence. For
example, Chapters in Part 1 are framed in terms of an individual excellence, including how individual
differences in abilities, motivation, perceived self-efficacy, and cognitive development affect one’s chances
of achieving academic excellence.
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Bioinformatics for Dummies
This is an excellent e-book for beginners. The purpose of this book is to show you quickly and plainly how to
use the bioinformatics programmes that you need to get the work done. On every page, we give you tricks
and treats to get the most out of the existing tools the bioinformatics we show you in this book can save
you months of works in the lab at the minute cost of a few hours of yours with your computer. Although you
will find technical and scientific jargons in this book, we will make you to understand with clarity with the help
of internet and so also we will make you to use the most sophisticated programmes absolutely free thro’
internet for which you are in here for many more surprises. The specialty of this e-book: Study this e-book
with internet connection, so that you will be in surprise with the way you are made to learn the subject
with clarity and in depth with practical experiments done at your place itself.
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How to Research
This book focuses on the processes of research as well as research methods. It aims to demystify
research, recognizing the everyday skills and techniques involved. It encourages you to think of research as
a kind of spiral through which you revisit the various stages of the process, but always with different
and developed insights. The book is multidisciplinary in scope. It is designed to be suitable for those
undertaking research in the social sciences, as well as in related subjects such as education, business
studies and health and social care.
How to get Ph.D
This book has grown out of EMP’s own PhD research, a continuing series of studies of research students,
our experience of supervising and examining doctoral students and the seminar on the process of PhD-getting
In fact, The gratifying response to the previous editions of this book testifies to the need of research
students and their supervisors to understand the processes of effective doctoral education. conducted by DSP
for a number of years at the London Business School and subsequently by both of us at the Open University.
How to Research and get Ph.D (2 Volumes)
The first volume focuses on the processes of research as well as research methods. It aims to
demystify research, recognizing the everyday skills and techniques involved. It encourages you to think
of research as a kind of spiral through which you revisit the various stages of the process, but always
with different and developed insights. The book is multidisciplinary in scope. It is designed to be suitable
for those undertaking research in the social sciences, as well as in related subjects such as education,
business studies and health and social care. The second volume has grown out of EMP’s own PhD research,
a continuing series of studies of research students, our experience of supervising and examining
doctoral students and the seminar on the process of PhD-getting In fact, The gratifying response to the
previous editions of this book testifies to the need of research students and their supervisors to understand
the processes of effective doctoral education. conducted by DSP for a number of years at the London
Business School and subsequently by both of us at the Open University.
The e-book contains 581 pages.
History Without the Boring Bits
Conventional chronologies of world history concentrate on the reigns of kings and queens, the dates
of battles and treaties, the publication dates of great books, the completion of famous buildings,
the deaths of iconic figures, and the years of major discoveries
224 pages
What is Geography?
This text offers readers a short and highly accessible account of the ideas and
concepts constituting geography. Drawing out the key themes that define the subject, What
is Geography? demonstrates how and why these themes - like environment and
geopolitics- are of fundamental importance.
168 pages
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Methods in Human Geography: A Guide for Students Doing
a Research Project (2nd Edition)
An accessible guide to a wide variety of contemporary research methods, providing
an overview of both qualitative and quantitative techniques, together with guidance on how
to develop each approach.
392 pages
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Human Learning and Memory
This innovative textbook is the first to integrate learning and memory, behaviour, and cognition.
It focuses on fascinating human research in both memory and learning (while also bringing
in important animal studies) and brings the reader up to date with the latest developments in
the subject.
604 pages
The Speed Reading Mastery
Speed reading basically covers two areas: reading and comprehension. These go hand in hand. It is useless
to study speed reading if you have trouble in absorbing information. You should already be an able reader
before you try to speed read. Speed reading will not help you if you have problems in understanding
the meaning of the words. To be able to enjoy the full benefits of speed reading, you must have the
necessary facilities in understanding college-level materials.
This e-booklet contains 60 pages.
TOEFL - Activator - Advanced Writing - ACTUAL TESTS
TOEFL® iBT ACTIVATOR is a four-level test prep series, designed to develop
read¬ing, listening, speaking, writing and grammar skills for students who want to
improve their score on the TOEFL iBT. The series offers a wide range of English
proficiency skills for beginners to advanced learners.
TOEFL® iBT ACTIVATOR Writing Advanced - ISO provides:
Strategies to help students write logical essays
Essential vocabulary and grammar structures
Writing models and practical exercises
Step-by-step exercises which familiarize students with the TOEFL® iBT test format.
ACTUAL TESTS - ISO
This CD is an interactive CD for practicing the tests
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Self-determined Learning Theory: Construction,
Verification, and Evaluation
This volume brings together four semi-autonomous bodies of research (choice,
self-determination, self-regulation, and self-management) to form a new theory of
self-engaged learning entitled, Self-Determined Learning Theory. This theory explains
why and how students self-engage. It identifies the factors that give students the sense
of control over their learning that is needed for sustained, adaptive, and ultimately
successful learning. It begins by describing the characteristics of disengaged learners,
then describes and illustrates self-determined learning theory within both normal and
special populations. It then examines the theory's predictive value across several
special population contexts and then concludes with a critique of the theory's credibility
and worth.
Divided into three sections--theory construction, theory verification, and theory
evaluation--this volume is organized using the four steps of a previous book, Learning
to Theorize: A Four Step Strategy. Step 1 defines a problem of not understanding
something as discrepancy between what is known and not known about a circumstance.
Step 2 searches for information and explanations to change the condition of not knowing
into a condition of knowing. Step 3 evaluates the credibility and worth of the
explanation constructed in Step 2. Step 4 adjusts existing beliefs so they are consistent
with the new theory.
Although aimed primarily at leaders in special education, it should also appeal to
researchers and scholars in psychology, educational psychology, and school psychology
who are interested in the applications of self-regulated learning theory--in this case to
special populations.
Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning
The requirements of the candidates have been a major factor kept in mind during
the compilation of this book and with this end in view all types of solved questions with
a huge collection of practisable questions have been provided. Free eBook Verbal and
Non Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal PDF Download. This book also consists of
well illustrated examples and fully solved exercises with explanatory answers and clues.
This book is highly meant for the competitive examinations like Bank Clerical, Bank P.O.,
SBI P.O., R.B.I., L.I.C., G.I.C., A.A.O., M.B.A., I.A.S., I.F.S., Railways, V.D.C., Subinspectors of Police, Asstt. Grade, Income Tax and Central Excise, etc
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Barron's TOEFL iBT Internet-Based Test, 12th Edition
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is now being offered as an internetbased test, or iBT, and the new edition of Barronâ€™s TOEFL manual and
accompanying software have been completely revised and updated to reflect the new
format. The manual presents seven full-length model TOEFL iBT tests with explanations
or examples for all questions, including sample essays and speaking responses. The
author also offers general orientation to the new TOEFL iBT, as well as a review of
academic skills, which include note taking, paraphrasing, summarizing, and
synthesizing. There is also a review of language skillsâ€”listening, speaking, reading,
and writing. The optional CD-ROM presents seven on-screen TOEFL iBT exams that
simulate actual test conditions and provide automatic scoring.
Critical Thinking for Students: How to Assess Arguments
and Effectively Present Your Own, 2 Edition
This handbook provides an introduction to the subject of critical thinking, showing A-level
and university students how to assess arguments and construct their own for
effective presentation. Points are illustrated with typical examples and case studies
of argument in action.
Summary: Excellent book
Rating: 5
I purchased this book because I wanted to teach my students how to think critically so
they could be better readers, writers, and consumers of information. Critical Thinking
for Students is not a hefty tome, but it is hefty in value. It is well written, easy to follow,
and presents information with such clarity that students should be able to use it
for themselves. I've recommended this book to be used for freshman composition
courses, and it should be a staple of every high school and university English course.
That's how good it is. The book took a week or so to arrive from the UK, and it is well
worth the wait.
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For Children
Illustrated Guide to Training Parents
Compiled from the extensive research papers of Dr. Heinz Doozandohntz, from the Top That!
Institute of Human Behavioural Studies, this book is an indispensible guide to training your parents
to behave in a manner that is acceptable to you and your friends.
130 pages
Make These Toys: 101 Clever Creations Using Everyday Items
An ingeniously simple and fully-illustrated book for crafting toys from objects found around the house.
This clever guide focuses on fun, homemade projects using materials anyone can find around
the house or that can be purchased for a fraction of what a commercially-produced toy can cost.
240 pages
Time for Kids: Nonfiction Comprehension Test Practice,
Second Edition, Level 6
This series, developed by Dr. Fry, is based on articles from TIME For Kids
magazines. Activities provide reading comprehension practice in standardized test format.
176 pages
Children's Mathematics: Making Marks, Making Meaning
This resource demonstrates how children's mathematical graphics reflect deep levels
of thinking, and identifies this as the key to success in mathematics and higher
achievement levels.
281 pages
Eye Wonder for children
This e-book contains 5 volumes covering space, space exploration, weather, desert and oceans. Open
the children’s eyes for to a world of discovery. This book is full of photographic pictures of the world and
space with the way of explanation for children. The Space Exploration is one book in the Britannica
Illustrated Science Library Series that is correlated to the Science curriculum in grades 5-8. These largeformat guides to favorite non-fiction subjects have a whole new appeal in paperback. With brand-new covers
and all the best science inside, they're sure to earn a prized spot in home libraries. From morning to
midnight, these beautifully illustrated guides invite readers to spend a day with the animals and plants
that inhabit the world's most fascinating environments.
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Vikaram and Betal
The correctness of any judicial decision of any confusing circumstances is possible only on the basis
of understanding the concept of values in the right perspective; that is well explained in the form of stories
of Vikram and Betal. These stories are translated by Sir Richard F. Burton.
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Fairy Tales by Anderson for Children
Fairy Tales for Children told by Anderson is published in this e-book which contains 260 pages.
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Tales from Panchatantra and Jataka Tales
This book deals with the harmonious development of the powers of man, a life in which security,
prosperity, resolute action, friendship, and good learning are so combined as to produce joy; and this noble
ideal is presented in an artistic form of perfect fitness, in five books of wise and witty stories, in most of
which the actors are animals. This work on the art of intelligent living, called Panchatantra, or the "Five
Books," has traveled the world, aiming at the awakening of intelligence in the young. Panchatantra contains
5 books: The Loss of Friends consisting of 34 tales; The Winning of Friends consisting of 10 tales; Crows
and Owls consisting of 18 tales; Loss of Gains consisting of 13 tales; and Ill-Considered Action consisting
12 tales: totaling 87 stories. All the Panchtantra tales and more Jataka tales are published in this e-book
which contains 529 pages.
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Fun in Mathematics : A Cultural Paradox
This book is merely meant as a brief reflection on what I consider some of the 10 most interesting and
powerful ideas that swirl around in the mathematics community today. This e-book contains 112 pages.
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Arctic
This e-book containing 49 pages explains vividly about arctic region and the animals living in the area.
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Ocean
This e-book containing 76 pages explains vividly about ocean, its contents, nature and about living being in
the ocean and this e-book is excellent in depicting the subject in terms of wonderful and beautiful photography.
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Guide to Human Body
Revealed in fantastic computer-enhanced, three-dimensional pictures, the complex internal world of the
human body is explored in DK Guide to the Human Body. In different sections of the book, the
ingenious processes involved in moving, breathing, digesting food, producing babies, growing, and fighting
off disease are explained in clear, lively text. The elaborate network of nerves that reach to the body's
furthest extremities and carry data back to the brain is explored in fascinating detail. With page after page
of groundbreaking imaging techniques in DK Guide to the Human Body, the layers of skin, flesh, bones,
and other organs can be explored as they never have been before.
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World Atlas
Carry the world in your pocket - now in its 4th edition. It might be small, but it covers every region of
the world, from the Atacama Desert to the Zagros Mountains. Digital landscape modelling combined
with important roads, railways, rivers and settlements give a complete global overview. You can swot up for
the pub quiz: over 10,000 essential facts and figures, from geography and climate to population and
economy tell you everything you need to know. It is presented in handy pocket size, perfect for your bag or desk.
This e-book of atlas contains 432 pages.
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Mountain
This beautiful book of 49 pages is wonderful one for children.
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Work-book on Stars and Planets
This is a wonderful e-book for children explained with colourful pictures and photos so as to make children
to understand easily. This e-book contains 60 pages.
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Useful Books for Children (10 E-Books)
All the below mentioned 10 e-books will be provided as a set in a CD.
(i)1. Eye Wonder for children
This e-book contains 5 volumes covering space, space exploration, weather, desert and oceans. Open
the children’s eyes for to a world of discovery. This book is full of photographic pictures of the world and
space with the way of explanation for children. The Space Exploration is one book that is correlated to
the Science curriculum in grades 5-8. These large-format guides to favorite non-fiction subjects have a
whole new appeal in paperback. With brand-new covers and all the best science inside, they're sure to earn
a prized spot in home libraries. From morning to midnight, these beautifully illustrated guides invite readers
to spend a day with the animals and plants that inhabit the world's most fascinating environments. This ebook contains 314 pages.
(ii). Fairy Tales by Anderson for Children
(iii)Fairy Tales for Children
told by Anderson is published in this e-book which contains 260 pages.
(iv). Tales from Panchatantra and Jataka Tales
This book deals with the harmonious development of the powers of man, a life in which security,
prosperity, resolute action, friendship, and good learning are so combined as to produce joy; and this noble
ideal is presented in an artistic form of perfect fitness, in five books of wise and witty stories, in most of
which the actors are animals. This work on the art of intelligent living, called Panchatantra, or the "Five
Books," has traveled the world, aiming at the awakening of intelligence in the young. Panchatantra contains
5 books: The Loss of Friends consisting of 34 tales; The Winning of Friends consisting of 10 tales; Crows
and Owls consisting of 18 tales; Loss of Gains consisting of 13 tales; and Ill-Considered Action consisting
12 tales: totaling 87 stories. All the Panchtantra tales and more Jataka tales are published in this e-book
which contains 529 pages.
(v) Encyclopedia of Human Body for Children
This encyclopedia is prepared for the children to understand the basic fundamental perspectives of human
body: its structure, physiology, contents and how it works in such lucid language with colourful pictures
to enable every child to understand with ease and perfection. This e-book contains 124 printable pages.
(vi). Encyclopedia of Nature
This fun-packed nature encyclopedia introduces children to every aspect of the natural world. Incredible
pictures reveal how all kinds of animals and plants live together. Bite-sized facts, figures, and quizzes
make learning fun and bring information to life. Discover how life survives in all kinds of places, from
rainforests to deserts
(vii). Encyclopedia of Sciences (10 Volumes)
This encyclopedia covers the following science subjects: Human Life, Animal Life, Plant Life, Earth
Science, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy and Space, Mathematics, Technology and Research; and contains
615 pages.
(vii). Visual Encyclopedia on One Millions things
Inside is a stunning, comprehensive visual encyclopedia featuring gorgeous photography that not
only illustrates, but educates. This encyclopedia is driven by its striking imagery that brings more than
one million things to light. It is a crucial addition to homes and classrooms alike. This wonderful
graphical encyclopedia consists of 308 pages with full of beautifully expressed pictures with explanations.
(viii). Pictorial English Dictionary
This is a dictionary with pictorial explanatory notes for each term contained in this dictionary. This ebook consists of 414 printable pages and is useful for students.
(ix). First Children’s Encyclopedia
In these pages you can find a country and discover its major features, look at culture and history, and
observe wildlife and ecosystems. You can also explore the world of science: from how technology works – to
- what’s going on inside the human body. Enjoy a thrilling journey! This encyclopedia deals with the
following topics: our world, people and society, history of people, human body, about the living world,
eco-systems and habitats, age of the dinosaurs, science and technology, planet earth and universe;
and contains all these in 306 printable pages.
(x). Inventions and Inventors
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Ethical, Moral and Intellectual Values Developing Stories
for Kids & Children
Moral values play dominant role in moulding the attitude and approaches of children in their life.
Therefore, implanting these values in the minds of the children is vital and it is easily possible if told
through stories interestingly and attractively. Story telling should have a positive effect on the
development process for a child. It should not have mere entertainment value. It should also have
information and reality values.
Our e-book contains the following stories:·Moral stories for kids (contains 15 stories)
·100 Stories for Kids (contains 100 stories)
·Stories from Indian culture (contains 10 stories)
·Panchatantra Stories (contains 86 stories)
·Jataka Tales(contains 39 stories)
·Hitopadesh Tales(contains 29 stories)
·Aesop Moral Tales(contains 100 stories)
·Stories from around the World(contains 40 stories)
·Character Developing Stories (contains 187 stories)
·Birbal Stories (contains 32 stories)
·Tenali Raman stories(contains 20 stories)
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Answers to Difficult Questions from Children on DEATH
Death is never an easy subject for discussion and adults often struggle to find the right words when
talking about it with children. This book explores children's thoughts and feelings on the subject of death
and provides parents and other caring adults with guidance on how to respond to difficult questions. The
author explores some of the most common questions children ask about death and provides sensitive yet
candid answers, phrased in a way that children will be able to understand and relate to. Each chapter is
devoted to a particular issue, such as religious beliefs, coming to terms with terminal illness, and the fear
of forgetting someone when they are gone. The book recognizes the emotions and reactions of children
and family members and includes separate conclusions for parents and children. This guide offers useful
advice for parents and carers and will also be of interest to counsellors and other professionals working
with children.
Problem-solving and Thinking Skills Resources for Able
and Talented Children
This treasure trove of resources is divided into ten themed sections, each preceded by an outline giving the
key principles, links with curriculum guidelines and an explanation about the importance of the
particular skill. Charts at the beginning of the book summarize curriculum links and skills involved.
Each photocopiable activity is accompanied by teachers’ notes, and fully explained solutions are given
where appropriate.
Mind Maps for Kids
Mind Maps are fun for all ages.’ The Independent (Top 10 Best Revision Guides) The whole world should
Mind Map.’ THE EXPRESS ‘The biggest name in memory.’ THE NEW YORKER ‘Tony Buzan deserves a medal
for coming up with the sanity-saving concept of Mind Maps, which make difficult mental tasks possible,
even pleasurable, by engaging the right side of the brain, where colour and creativity reign!The system can be
a lifesaver for children with dyslexia-type difficulties.’ Time Out ‘This is one to buy for the children and
the grandchildren, the sort of book you wish you had yourself in the long ago, a planning system that cuts
down homework time, eases memorisation, note-making, revision. In fact all the drudgery of schoolwork.’
Irish News ‘Mind Maps for Kids by Tony Buzan is a breakthrough way of making schoolwork and revision
fun. Mind Maps are a magic formula that make remembering facts and figures a piece of cake.’ Evening
Courier ‘Mind Maps for Kids demonstrates a new take on study, homework and tests skills on Mind Mapping.
The book is a system of planning and note-taking short cuts which can cut homework in half and make
school work seem like fun.’ Lancashire Evening Telegraph
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Study of Child's Life
In this series of lessons the author has endeavored to set forth principles briefly and to confirm them
by instances within the experience of every observer of childhood. The rules given are such as are held
at present by the best educators to be based upon sound philosophy, not at variance with the slight array
or scientific facts at our command.
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Strategies That Turn Underachievers into Successful Learners
Teaching Boys Who Struggle in School: Strategies That Turn Underachievers into Successful Learners
responds to growing concerns about a crisis in boys academic achievement. Kathleen Palmer Cleveland seeks
to help K 12 educators cut through the hype to get at the real problem: who is underachieving, why are
they struggling, and how can educators respond to these students needs in new and productive
ways? Cleveland presents findings from four large-scale studies about how boys learn best and combines
these findings with insights about ongoing social and learning-style factors that affect learning in the
classroom, plus lesson plans and anecdotes from real teachers working across all grade levels and subject
areas. Cleveland s Pathways to Re-Engagement represents the culmination of her substantial research
and personal experience. A flexible and practical framework for decision making in the classroom, the
Pathways model seeks to
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Replace the underachieving boy s negative attitudes about learning;
Reconnect each boy with school, with learning, and with a belief in himself as a competent learner;
Rebuild learning skills that lead to success in school and in life; and
Reduce the need for unproductive and distracting behaviors as a means of self-protection.
Each aspect of the Pathways to Re-Engagement model offers educators a way to move underachieving boys
from a position of weakness toward one of strength–giving them the tools to succeed in school and beyond.
Teaching Boys Who Struggle in Schools STRATEGIES 2
TURN UNDERACHIEVERS to SUCCESSFUL LEARNERS
The author writes :
As an educator and researcher, I looked for ways to confirm or deny what I was reading and to make sense
of what sounded like a massive problem requiring an immediate, nationwide response. My background in
brain based learning, learning styles, and multiple intelligences made me both skeptical and curious
about underachievement perspectives based primarily on differences between boys and girls. I sought
clarity about this issue with the same process of inquiry I use in my work, which is to say that I was
alternately confused, excited, frustrated, overwhelmed, and illuminated in nearly equal measure. After
many months, I arrived at a perspective about underachievement in boys that I believe addresses
the complexity of the issue, yet also offers workable solutions that don’t further stereotype the problem
or disenfranchise the very learners for whom they are designed. In this book, I will introduce you to
the questions I asked, the information I examined, the conclusions I eventually reached, and the
potential solutions I found along the way. I invite you to discover them much as I did, by exploring the
ideas, stories, and resources herein. Ultimately, I realized there is no magic, one-size-fits-all-boys solution, but
I firmly believe (as I hope you will come to as well) that there are many potential responses that can, indeed,
be quite magical, especially where underachieving boys and school are concerned.
This book is meant to explore those responses and offer each reader a degree of understanding that is
deep enough to support change, flexible enough to encompass many variables, and broad enough to serve as
a viable framework for practical decision making. It is not an instructional recipe book filled with strategies,
nor is it solely a book about ideas; it is, rather, a bit of both. I wrote it for the many educators who want to
take part in solving the problem of “boys and school,” and its ultimate effectiveness as a tool will be
determined by the unique experience and expertise each educator brings to its reading.
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Theory of Mind: How Children Understand Others’
Thoughts and Feelings
Most of us are continually aware that others have thoughts and feelings – but are children? When? This book is
a concise and readable review of the extensive research into children’s understanding of what other people
think and feel, a central topic in developmental psychology known as “Theory of Mind”.
The understanding of belief is central to this text, which explains in simple terms what representational theory
of mind is all about, and shows how researchers have demonstrated this understanding in 4-year-olds. The
book considers what leads to this understanding, including the role of pretend play, understanding of
attention and eye direction, and other precursors to representational understanding of mind. The
general relevance of theory of mind is demonstrated through coverage of the development of other mental
state concepts, and the relationship between understanding mental representation and other
representational media. The author also carefully summarizes current research on the relationship
between theory of mind and concurrent developments in executive functioning, and the understanding
of language. The book closes by considering autism. A major achievement of theory of mind research is the
light it has helped throw on this puzzling developmental disorder. Providing a comprehensive overview of
25 years of research into theory of mind, the book will be of great interest to both students and researchers
in psychology, philosophy and the cognitive sciences.
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First Children’s Encyclopedia
In these pages you can find a country and discover its major features, look at culture and history, and
observe wildlife and ecosystems. You can also explore the world of science: from how technology works – to
- what’s going on inside the human body. Enjoy a thrilling journey! This encyclopedia deals with the
following topics: our world, people and society, history of people, human body, about the living world,
eco-systems and habitats, age of the dinosaurs, science and technology, planet earth and universe; and
contains all these in 306 printable pages.
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How to tell stories to Children
In this ebook the author explains how to tell the stories to the children and he has provided some stories
which can be practiced to tell the children.
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Encyclopedia of Human Body for Children
This encyclopedia is prepared for the children to understand the basic fundamental perspectives of human
body: its structure, physiology, contents and how it works in such lucid language with colourful pictures
to enable every child to understand with ease and perfection. This e-book contains 124 printable pages.
Visual Encyclopedia one Millions things
Inside is a stunning, comprehensive visual encyclopedia featuring gorgeous photography that not
only illustrates, but educates. This encyclopedia is driven by its striking imagery that brings more than
one million things to light. It is a crucial addition to homes and classrooms alike. This wonderful
graphical encyclopedia consists of 308 pages with full of beautifully expressed pictures with explanations.
The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Child Development
The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Child Development is a definitive, accessible and up-to-date account of
all aspects of child development. Written by an international team of leading experts, it adopts
an interdisciplinary approach covering topics that range from neonatal development to education,
encompassing pediatrics, neuroscience, theories and research methods, physical development,
social development, cognitive development, psychopathology and parenting. The contributors also look
at cultural issues, sex differences and the history of child development. Brian Hopkins is co-author of Crying as
a Sign, a Symptom, and a Signal.
Indian_Tales_of Rudyard Kipling
This e-book contains 36 stories in 251 pages told in a very vivid and lucid language understandable by one
and all.
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Great Lives from History: Inventors and Inventions
This book concentrates on inventors who centered much of their lives on the inventive process and
whose inventions have raised the human standard of living. Emphasis is placed not only on the
inventors’ biographies but also on the stories behind their inventions: the forces and circumstances
motivating them and the impact that their inventive genius and resulting inventions have had on
humankind. Inventors and Inventions focuses on the lives of inventors who fostered an idea for something
that did not exist until they made it happen, and includes inventors from all time periods of human
history, ancient to modern, and from all parts of the world’ moreover, many of the inventors in these pages
have been Nobel Prize winners. This book is written to engage high school students and to be wideranging, relevant, and interesting enough to appeal to undergraduates and to anyone interested in the history
of technology.
Andersen’s Fairy Tales
This e-book contains fairy tales of Andersen and contains 14 tales in 260 pages.
One Million Things Planet Earth
This e-book contains 5 chapters dealing in earth’s structure, universal system, rocks and minerals, metals,
soil, water and weather, life zones and human influence on nature. This ebook vividly explains with
beautiful pictures to the children. This e-book contains 130 pages.
Human Body (for children)
This title covers everything you never knew about the human body. From what makes
blood red to why a haircut is painless, it helps your child discover all about the human
body. Fantastic facts and far-out photos answer a multitude of quirky questions and tell
the head-to-toe story of what makes our bodies tick. They'll take a look at our
circulation system and discover how blood travels around the body and why our heart
beats faster when we run. You can find out where thoughts come from and how we can
see, smell, touch, taste and follow what happens to food as it travels through the
digestive system. From eyes that can see a million different colours to a liver that
performs more than 500 functions, it helps your child discover why their body is such
an amazing machine.
Human Anatomy for Children
Important organs, body areas and systems described in straightforward language for
grade school children. Presentation kept interesting by constant reference to puzzling,
familiar phenomena—coughing, curly hair, dental cavities, blushing, broken bones,
taste areas on the tongue, baldness, puberty, reproduction. Enlivened with
simple experiments children can do. Unabridged republication of the original (1964) edition.
Mathability: Awaken The Math Genius In Your Child
Free PDF Mathability: Awaken The Math Genius In Your Child In today's increasingly
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a child's curiosity and receptivity during infancy and childhood can never be matched, and
we, parents, as appropriate to the learning process and an opportunity to promote
the development of innate power possessed by each child nurture a young mind
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Encyclopedia for Kids
A first encyclopedia for children aged five and over, with photographic reference scenes
and simple vocabulary that supports the National Curricula. It features quiz questions
and "get mucky" boxes that provide activities and encourage further research. Key points
are bite-sized to help children remember facts and "become an expert" buttons supply
cross-references with other subjects.
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New Children's Encyclopedia
This easy-to-use, richly photographed encyclopedia puts the wider world in context and
allows young readers to explore to their hearts' content. Great for visual learners and
ESL students, and for any child who loves pictures and words, The New
Children's Encyclopedia is sure to become a classic for home and school use.
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Children's Book of Facts
This book contains hundreds of entries on subjects which children need to know about
and will want to look up and also have wide range of topics like body and health,
buildings, inventions etc.
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This is an e-book and this e-book will be be sent to your e-mail.
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Children’s Illustrated Encyclopedia
This is an excellent encyclopedia supported by web information on each key word of
the encyclopedia with updated vast knowledge-oriented information that too meant
for children and as such this e-book is very useful to have a glimpse of the topic, to have
an idea and if interested to acquire in-depth knowledge on each matter dealt in
this encyclopedia supported by latest updated information on the subject in the
particular web-site maintained by world famous book publisher of children books
exclusively for their published books like one this.
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Anatomy & Physiology Made Incredibly Visual!
Part of the Incredibly Visual! extension of the award-winning Incredibly Easy! Series,
this innovative book uses a vivid graphic presentation to maximize the power of
visual thinking in understanding anatomy and physiology. Hundreds of detailed and
colorful photographs, diagrams, charts, and other visual aids demonstrate the
anatomic structures and physiologic processes of each body system. Logos include
Memory Board—visual mnemonics; Inside Scoop—close-up look at internal
anatomic structures; Go with the Flow—physiology flowcharts; and Through the Ages—
age-related considerations. "Vision Quest" puzzles test readers' knowledge in an
entertaining way.
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Imagine! Introducing Your Child to the Arts
Published by the National Endowment for the Arts. Imagine! Introducing Your Child to
the Arts (Second Edition) revises and updates the previous edition's material on
introducing children to the arts. Made for parents, the publication includes activities
and suggestions in literature, dance, music, theater, visual arts, folk arts, and media
arts aimed specifically at children ages 3-8 years old. Includes pull-out guide of arts activities.
A message to perents
The arts are, above all, the special language of children, who, even before they learn
to speak, respond intuitively to dance,music, and color, Dr. Ernest Boyer, former U.
S. Commissioner of Education and president of the Carnegie Foundation for the
Advancement of Teaching once stated.
The magic of finding a new way of communicating, a new way of envisioning the world, is
one of the most exciting discoveries that children make. Children need encouragement
and guidance, though, in making these discoveries. The National Endowment for the
Arts created this publication, Imagine!, to offer parents practical ways to introduce
their children to the arts.
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About Water (See for Yourself) (for children)
Discover the world around you in a new and exciting way. From the oceans to the
clouds, water is everywhere. Incredible images and amazing facts and features show you
how it shapes our planet and how vital it is to Earth's future. How does water drive
our weather? Why is the sea blue? Why does ice float? Find out how water affects your
daily life and see for yourself how it has shaped our planet. Special foldout pages reveal
and explain the water cycle and incredible images show that science is all around us.
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Anger Management and Peace-making Curriculum for Kids
Seeing Red is a curriculum designed to help elementary and middle school-aged
students better understand their anger so they can make healthy and successful choices
and build strong relationships. Overall, it aims for participants to realize that they can
control their behavior and develop practical skills and strategies to manage their
feelings which, in turn, will increase their self-esteem. These objectives are achieved
through role playing common situations, identifying associated feelings, problem
solving, recognizing negative behaviors and anticipating consequences.
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Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish
A lavishly illustrated reference covering all aspects of keeping fish, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium
& Pond Fish is the first book on the market to provide care and identification information on all
types of fish for every possible environment, from indoor aquariums to outdoor ponds. The
book contains a directory of over 800 of the most popular fish-freshwater, saltwater, coldwater,
and tropical-showing not only what each fish looks like, but what food they eat, which species
they can cohabit with, how big they grow, and much more
400 pages
International Encyclopedia of Human Geography, 12
Volumes Set
The International Encyclopedia of Human Geography provides an authoritative and comprehensive source
of information on the discipline of human geography and its constituent, and related, subject areas.
The encyclopedia includes over 1,000 detailed entries on philosophy and theory, key concepts, methods
and practices, biographies of notable geographers, and geographical thought and praxis in different parts of
the world. This groundbreaking project covers every field of human geography and the discipline's
relationships to other disciplines, and is global in scope, involving an international set of contributors. Given
its broad, inclusive scope and unique online accessibility, it is anticipated that the International Encyclopedia
of Human Geography will become the major reference work for the discipline over the coming decades.
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Encyclopedia of Humour
H e r e are nearly three thousand of my all-time favorite anecdotes, jokes, and witty comments about
virtually every topic u n d e r the sun. I trust that they will be of value to you as you meet and
communicate with others--whatever your vocation may be. Laughter is a powerful force, a n d it is yours to
use whether you are a minister, a public speaker, a teacher, a salesman, an office worker, a psychologist, or
a plumber!
T h e laughter encouraged by this collection is supportive of h u m a n dignity. It is lifeaffirming and life-giving. And it is, to borrow a word from religion, prophetic. It comforts the afflicted and
afflicts the comfortable. It ennobles our spirits and extends our love to others. And, above all, it's fun! So r e
m e m b e r four simple words: Live. Love. Laugh. Bloom!
Encyclopedia of Paper Holding Designs
It contains various design which can be made out of paper for different occasions
Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties
This encyclopedia explores in depth diverse aspects of phobias, fears, and anxieties. Information on
these subjects has developed along with our knowledge of other areas of mental health.. The Encyclopedia
of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties is intended for both lay readers and health-care professionals. We have tried
to use easy-to-understand language without becoming overly simplistic, so that the book can be used
by psychologists, social workers, teachers, and family members as well as by individuals who are facing
phobias, fears, or anxieties. Professionals will find this a convenient reference guide for short descriptions
of concepts they want to explain to patients or clients.
This ebook contains 643 printable pages.
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Encyclopedia of Ancient and Forbidden Secrets
This encyclopedia clearly explains all the words and persons connected with ancient and forbidden secrets;
moreover this e-book contains 201 printable pages.
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Encyclopedia of World Cultures
This project began with the goal of assembling a basic reference source that provides accurate, clear,
and concise descriptions of the cultures of the world. The encyclopedia comprises ten volumes, totaling
4262 printable pages; volumes 1 through 9 contain a total of about fifteen hundred summaries along with
maps, glossaries, and indexes of alternate names for the cultural groups. This encyclopedia is meant to be
used by a variety of people for a variety of purposes. It can be used both to gain a general understanding of
a culture, or all the cultures of the world, and to find a specific piece of information by looking it up under
the relevant subheading in a summary; and it can also be used to learn the social, economic, and political
forces that have shaped the cultures in any particular region.
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Encyclopedia of World Constitutions
Easily accessible and ready at hand, Encyclopedia of World Constitutions gives a comprehensive overview of
the constitutions of the world. The 164 authors are from all over the world, and all the authors are
outstanding legal and political experts; very often they hold, or have held, high offices in their country. A
large majority of articles are written by specialists in the respective country. The articles concentrate
on information most important for the understanding of the constitutional system, while covering all areas
of predominant interest. As far as necessary for this purpose, reference is also made to constitutions
of subdivisions of countries with federal structures.
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Encyclopedia of Poverty
The three volumes of the Encyclopedia of World Poverty contain some 800 original, previously
unpublished articles written by over 100 independent or affiliated scholars and this e-book contains all the
3 volumes in 1540 pages. This encyclopedia is intended for use as an authoritative and rigorous source
on poverty and related issues. In the Encyclopedia of World Poverty, 191 country entries provide current
vital statistics on poverty—on its composition and characteristics, on mortality, disease, literacy and
illiteracy. There are 78 entries in the encyclopedia dealing with the various definitions and
measurement techniques of poverty.
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Encyclopedia of Motherhood
The intent of the encyclopedia is to introduce readers to and provide information on the central terms,
concepts, topics, issues, themes, debates, theories, and texts of this new discipline of motherhood studies
as well as to examine the topic of motherhood in various contexts such as history and geography and
by academic discipline. This encyclopedia, in its examination of motherhood from A to Z—from
aboriginal mothering to zines—shows that motherhood studies, while still a new discipline, has given
new meaning to our usual and familiar understandings of sexuality, work, power, community and the
like: indeed it has transformed thinking itself.
This very informative and knowledge-oriented e-book consists 1478 printable pages.
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Encyclopedia of Food Culture
The Encyclopedia of Food and Culture is all about food: a single authoritative source about the most
essential element of daily life. Here you will find articles by food historians, anthropologists, chefs and
bakers, nutritionists and dieticians, farmers, agronomists and horticulturists, food stylists, and specialists in
the culinary arts. The Encyclopedia enables readers to trace the ways in which food affects our lives
both nutritionally and socially, across the boundaries of time and place, throughout many cultures and
their traditions. The articles cover the nutrition and biochemistry of food, food science, various conditions
and health disorders associated with food, dietetics, constituents of food, the pharmacological effects of
foods, and the physiology of eating, digestion, and nutrition. This Encyclopedia addresses a serious need for
an integrated information source that encourages a greater appreciation of food, its history, and its
ethnic diversity, while also explaining its nutritional significance.
This e-book contains very useful, informative and knowledge-oriented 2057 pages in 3 volumes.
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Britannica Concise Encyclopedia
The need for information and the craving for knowledge are timeless and universal. The Britannica
Concise Encyclopedia satisfies the essence of both these need. The Encyclopedia Britannica has long been
the standard by which all other reference works are judged. It represents a tradition of excellence that was
built, over the centuries, on meticulous scholarship and unmatched attention to detail. This latest version
of Britannica Concise Encyclopedia answers today’s need for a portable, convenient reference work
covering history, geography, the sciences, religion, sports, entertainment, technology, and the arts. Many of
the more than 190 maps have been revised, and all of the more than 150 illustrations have been redrawn.
The more than 2,000 photographs enhance both the appearance and content of Britannica Concise. This ebook contains 2146 printable pages.
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The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Fortune Telling
This e-book examines the long history of fortune telling in all its forms and gives clear explanations as to
its history and the correct way it should be used. The book looks in detail at a number of popular forms
of fortune telling, from tarot to crystal balls, making it a practical workbook for the reader. As well as
explaining what fortune telling is, the author investigates its many different forms, from aeromancy
to xylomancy, and charts the history of the subject and what it can tell us about our personalities.
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Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology
This book is meant to be a comprehensive resource on the subject, pulling together all related bits of
reliable data from all branches of knowledge in one place—and this is the most important part—in an
impartial and unbiased voice. Admittedly this book opts for the credible rather than the sensational, but
remains, its factual content and integrity intact. This encyclopedia is very important for researchers
and interested people in the subject to know the complete information. This e-book contains 209
informative pages.
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Encyclopedia of Bio-ethics
This e-book includes various topic areas including: professional–patient relationship; public health;
ethical theory; religious ethics; bioethics and the social sciences; healthcare; fertility and human
reproduction; biomedical and behavioral research; history of medical ethics; mental health and
behavioral issues; sexuality and gender; death and dying; genetics; population; organ and tissue
transplantation and artificial organs; welfare and treatment of animals; environment; and codes, oaths,
and other directives. This five-volume revised edition was supported by both the National Endowment for
the Humanities and the National Science Foundation, in addition to several private foundations and
individual donors. This edition embraces cross-cultural approaches, the full history of bioethics,
comparative religious and philosophical ethics, and global perspectives. This edition is animated by
the recognition that no other work presents bioethics in its fullness, both with regard to definition, methods,
and contents. A special effort has been made to keep these volumes free from technical jargon so that
the articles should be accessible to students at the high school, college, and graduate levels, as well as
to interested lay-readers. They are written in such a manner as to be authoritative for professionals wishing
to gain a clear perspective on how ideas have evolved.
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Dictionary of Phonetics and Phonology
This e-book is written for students of linguistics, applied linguistics and speech therapy, this dictionary
covers over 2,000 terms in phonetics and phonology. In addition to providing a comprehensive yet concise
guide to an enormous number of individual terms, it also includes an explanation of the most
important theoretical approaches to phonology. Its usefulness as a reference tool is further enhanced by
the inclusion of pronunciations, notational devices and symbols, earliest sources of terms, suggestions for
further reading, and advice with regard to usage. This e-book contains 246 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management
The Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management is divided into six logical categories: Theoretical Aspects
of Knowledge Management, Processes of Knowledge Management, Organizational and Social Aspects
of Knowledge Management, Managerial Aspects of knowledge Management, Technological Aspects of
Knowledge Management , Application-Specific Knowledge Management. A wide net was cast in the Call
for Papers in an attempt to attract researchers from many relevant disciples. The resulting articles that appear
in this volume were selected through a double-blind review process followed by one or more rounds of
revision prior to acceptance. This volume serves not only as a reference to KM researchers, both novice
and veteran, but also as a resource for those coming from the hundreds of disciplines and organizations
upon which knowledge management has, should, and will have an everlasting impact.
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Illustrated Stitch Encyclopedia
This is an encyclopedia on stitching art towards fashion and attraction. This is a unique e-book which is
very useful for hobby oriented people and also professionals taking stitching as an art.
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Encyclopedia of Re-incarnation and Karma
It is the purpose of this encyclopedia to demonstrate just how complex the subjects of reincarnation and
karma are and how little real agreement there is on them across a very broad range of writings.
This encyclopedia deals with the terms and concepts on the subject by Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism
and Christianity, and from Tibet culture.
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Encyclopedia of Human Evolution and Pre-History
The study of human evolution embraces many subject areas that at first glance appear only tangentially
related. Thus the articles in this volume deal at least as much with questions of geology,
primatology, systematics, evolutionary theory, and genetics as with the fossil and archaeological
records themselves; and pre-history is also dealt in depth region wise.
This e-book contains very useful 1656 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Body Building
This e-book contains 26 chapters and 528 pages. This book deals with evolution and history of body
building, explains the ABC of Body Building and about Gym, basic training principles and basic and
advanced training programmes. Describing the importance of mind over matter, guides in detail of exercises
for each part of body and body exercises for men and women separately.
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Encyclopedia of Social Psychology
The editors propose to provide an encyclopedia "which is accepted as a standard work of reference" in
a growing field that is still lacking such a tool. In this endeavor, they have succeeded admirably. All wellknown experts in their areas of research, the contributors provide well-written articles, in nontechnical language, that will be accessible to students. A wide range of subfields are fully covered in
longer analytic articles, while terms are defined in short glossary entries. All entries are linked together by
See Also references, and most have short bibliographies. If the index (not seen) is as well done, this will
indeed be a first-rate reference work.
Dictionary of Sports and Games Terminology
The specialized jargon of some sports can be quite esoteric. Non-Americans, for example, are likely puzzled
by baseball terms such as bunt, cut-off man, and safety squeeze, while non-British (as well as a number
of British) are likely puzzled by cricket's Chinaman, golden duck, off-break, popping crease, and yorker. This
new dictionary gives the definitions of over 8,000 terms used in sports and games from around the
world, including mainstream sports like basketball and billiards alongside the more obscure netball and
snooker. Entries cover sports equipment, strategies, venues, qualifying categories, awards, and
administrative bodies, while a comprehensive system of cross-references offers assistance and clarification
when needed. One appendix lists standard abbreviations of sports ruling bodies and
administrative organizations.
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The Encyclopedia of Kidnappings
From Viking raids to Aztec sacrifices, from sexual slavery to terrorist attacks, kidnappings have been
committed for profit, politics, religious beliefs, and sometimes for even for savage reasons. This volume
studies this sinister branch of criminal activity. More than 900 entries survey kidnappings from Biblical times
to the present, detailing notorious kinappers, well-known victims, infamous cases as well as numerous
other examples of this crime. Featured cases include: "The Disappeared" - a term coined in Argentina for
those who vanished and presumably died at the hands of Latin American governments and military
juntas; Robert Franks (1924) - the teenage victim of wealthy "thrill killers" Nathan Leopold, Jr and Richard
Loeb; Charles Augustus Lindbergh, Jr (1932) - the son of legendary aviator Charles Lindbergh who
was kidnapped and murdered at 20 months old; Etan Patz (1979) - the six-year-old New York City boy
whose disappearance galvanized the city and led to the declaration of National Missing Children's Day by
former president Ronald Reagan; and "Truck Stop Killer" - an elusive kidnapper-murderer rumoured to
have claimed numerous victims while haunting the US highways - but who may not even exist.
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Encyclopedia of Terrorism
The ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and the bombings overseas have shown that - despite the "War
on Terror" - terrorism is still very much a part of daily life for many individuals. Thoroughly updated
and expanded by terrorism experts, "Encyclopedia of Terrorism, Revised Edition" provides students,
researchers, journalists, and policymakers with a complete survey of what seems to be an intractable
problem. More than 350 entries organized in an easily accessible, A-to-Z format offer comprehensive
treatments of the events, people, organizations, and places that have played a major role in
international terrorism. Each entry is placed within its appropriate historical context to help readers
understand the wide-ranging motivations behind terrorist actions. Also included in this timely volume is
a chronology of terrorist events that have occurred from 1945 to the present. New and updated entries
include: Army of God; Osama bin Laden; Cyberterrorism; Darfur; Hamas; Saddam Hussein; Militias in the
United States; The 9/11 Commission Report; Oklahoma City bombing; Al-Qaeda; USA Patriot Act; and
Abu Musab al-Zarqawi. This e-book contains 512 pages
Encyclopedia of Astrology
This e-book, containing 347 pages, explains all the words concerned with astrology in detail and this is
an excellent reference book for all those who study and learn astrology.
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Encyclopedia of Britannica Almanac 2010
It is an excellent reference and preserving e-book with complete features of important
events, people in politics, science, awards, sports, etc from beginning to 2008.
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Encyclopedia of Mythology
Mythology is the study of whatever religious or heroic legends are so foreign to a student's experience that
he cannot believe them to be true. Myth, then, is a dramatic shorthand record of such matters as
invasions, migrations, dynastic changes, admission of foreign cults, and social reforms. A proper study of
myth demands a great store of abstruse geographical, historical and anthropological knowledge; also
familiarity with the properties of plants and trees, and the habits of wild birds and beasts. Myths are
fascinating and easily misread. This e-book goes in detail of pre-historic, Egyptian, Babylonian, Greek,
Roman, Persian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and American mythologies and analyse in social and
historical perception; and this e-book contains 479 pages.
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Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life
Each volume begins with an introduction to the region that traces cultural development from prehistory to
the present; within volumes, entries are organized alphabetically by culture group. Each of the more than
500 two- to six-page entries cover such areas as language, folklore, religion, food (often with recipes), rites
of passage, family life, recreation, and social problems. Most articles are written and signed by
subject specialists from around the world. However, some are not signed at all, and many are written
by unaffiliated writer researchers. Still, the writing is crisp and up-to-date, and the authors offer
valuable insights and appear to have spent much time in their respective culture areas. Bibliographies
are included along with black-and-white maps of each culture area and, although not richly illustrated, entries
do include some black-and-white photos. This e-book contains 2812 pages.
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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Pre-Historic Animals
This e-book explains scientifically about the animals lived about millions ago with the authentic studies
on fossils and the artists with the help of the scientists findings have drawn the pictures of these prehistoric animals and this book explains the way of life, food and life-history of these animals.
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Encyclopedia of Stress
The Encyclopedia of Stress covers nearly every conceivable aspect and ramification of stress including a
wide range of related topics such as neuron-immune interactions, cytokines, enzymatic disorders, effects on
the cardiovascular system, immunity and inflammation, and physical illnesses. Over the last decade,
scientists have presented convincing research showing that psychological stress increases vulnerability
to disease. They now understand more clearly that stress may be the thread tying together illnesses that
were previously believed to be unrelated ; this completely revised work surveys the vast amount of
research generated in the past five years.Expanded sections include Animal Studies, Anxiety and
Depression, Drugs, Depression, Disasters, and Psychological and Other Therapies.
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Encyclopedia of Communication and Information (3
Volume Set)
This new three-volume encyclopedia summarizes the current state of knowledge in the communication
and information science fields, which are changing rapidly. The 280 signed articles in the set were
written primarily by U.S. academics, along with a few contributions from industry and international
sources. Entries cover eight general topics: careers in the communication and information fields,
information science, information technologies, literacy, institutional studies, interpersonal communication,
library science, and media effects. Students will find that the articles provide a good overview of each topic
and that most have a bibliography. Many favorite student topics, such as subliminal advertising, media effects
on body image, and minorities in the media, are included. The biographical entries range from famous
figures like newspaper publisher Joseph Pulitzer to lesser-known individuals, such as the noted African
American librarian and storyteller Augusta Braxton Baker. A detailed index and See Also references add to
the encyclopedia's value.
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Encyclopedia of Historic Places
The three-volume "Encyclopedia of Historic Places, Revised Edition" identifies and provides
fascinating background information on cities, towns, districts, territories, and nations around the world.
With more than 9,000 A-to-Z entries and a full-color insert in each volume, this revised set is much
more comprehensive and colorful than the previous edition. In addition to current place names, cities,
and states, this encyclopedia also has a substantial listing of ancient and classical places that are no longer
in existence. There have been many changes in the geography of the world over the past 25 years, including
the fall of the Berlin Wall, the collapse of the Soviet Union, and the birth of the European Union, to name a
few. All of these changes, and many more, have been updated in this new edition to make the information
as current as possible. The revision also includes new entries from every region of the world, with an
added emphasis on how industry and technology have changed the geography of the modern world.
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Encyclopedia of Perception
The field of perception is devoted to explaining the operation of the senses and the experiences and
behaviors resulting from stimulation of the senses. Perceptual processes such as recognizing faces, seeing
color, hearing music, and feeling pain represent the actions of complex mechanisms, yet we usually do
them easily. The Encyclopedia of Perception presents a comprehensive overview of the field of
perception through authoritative essays written by leading researchers and theoreticians in psychology,
the cognitive sciences, neuroscience, and medical disciplines. It presents two parallel and
interacting approaches: the psychophysical, or determining the relationship between stimuli in the
environment and perception, and the physiological, or locating the biological systems responsible for
perception. Are there any processes not associated with perception? Surely there are, but the pervasiveness
of perception is truly impressive, and the phenomena of perception and its mechanisms are what
this encyclopedia is about.
Key Features
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Contains 16 pages of color illustration and photography to accompany the entries
Offers a varied and broad list of topics, including basic research as well as methodologies,
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theoretical approaches, and real-world applications of perceptual research
Emphasizes human perception but includes ample research because of its importance in its own right
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and because of what this research tells us about human perception
Written by recognized experts from many disciplines but for an audience with no previous background
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in perception-students and members of the general public alike
Key Themes
Action; Attention; Audition; Chemical Senses; Cognition and Perception; Computers and
Perception; Consciousness; Disorders of Perception; Illusory Perceptions; Individual Differences (Human)
and Comparative (Across Species; Not Including Ageing, Disorders, and Perceptual Development);
Methods; Perceptual Development /Experience; Philosophical Approaches; Physiological Processes;
Sense Interaction; Skin and Body Senses; Theoretical Approaches; Visual Perception.
Encyclopedia of Politics: The Left and the Right (2 vol. set)
Although the distinction between the politics of the left and the right is commonly assumed in the media and
in treatments of political science and history, the terms are used so loosely that the student and the
general reader are often confused: What exactly are the terms left and right supposed to imply? This
two-volume Encyclopedia of Politics: The Left and the Right contains over 450 articles on
individuals, movements, political parties, and ideological principles, with those usually thought of as left in
the left-hand volume (Volume 1), and those considered on the right in the right-hand volume (Volume 2).
Key Themes • Countries/Regions • “Isms” • Laws • Political Issues • Political Movements • Political Parties
• People.
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Encyclopedia Britannica 2010 Book of the Year
Presenting an incisive look at 2009, the Britannica Book of the Year provides a valuable viewpoint on the
people and events that shaped the year. In addition to keeping the Encyclopedia Britannica updated, it serves
as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever-changing populations, governments and
economies throughout the world. It is an accurate and comprehensive reference that you will reach for again
and again. - Research the events that made the headlines in 2009 - from sport to education to
technological advances. - Read about world disasters like the wildfires that swept through South
Eastern Australia, the earthquake in Central Italy reaching 6.3 on the Richter scale and the Air France
Airbus that disappeared off the coast of Brazil. - World Data provides a statistical snapshot of the
world's countries - incorporating data on each country's demography, economy, education, health and military.
- People of 2009 commends the works of the year's Nobel Prize winners and celebrates the lives of such
people as legendary football player and manager Sir Bobby Robson, chaotic TV chef Keith Floyd,
anthropologist Claude Levi Strauss and King of Pop Michael Jackson. - Special Reports on key current
events include the Global Financial Crisis, China's Quest for Superpower and the Swine Flu epidemic. Explores critical issues and their origins, covering business, economics, technology, health, politics,
science, sport and more. - Beautifully bound in hardback and written by Britannica's expert contributors.
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Encyclopedia of Poets and Poetics
This Encyclopedia of Poetry and Poetics is a comprehensive reference work dealing with all aspects of its
subject: history, types, movements, prosody, and critical terminology. Prepared by recognized authorities,
its articles treat their topics in sufficient depth and with enough lucidity to satisfy the scholar and the
general reader alike. Entries vary in length from relatively brief notices to substantial articles of about
20,000 words. The New Princeton Encyclopedia of Poetry and Poetics accounts for the extraordinary change
and explosion of knowledge within literary and cultural studies since the 1970s. This edition, completely
revised, preserves while subjecting each existing entry to revision. Over 90 percent of the entries have
been extensively revised and most major ones entirely rewritten. Indeed, a hallmark of the encyclopedia is
its world-wide orientation on the poetry of national and cultural groups.
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Encyclopedia of World Sport ( 4 Volume Set)
This is a completely fresh work and, according to the introduction, of a more cross-disciplinary nature. The
430 entries touch a wide sports spectrum, from sports management to kinesiology; from anthropology
and sociology to leisure studies; and from performance enhancement to policy analysis, in addition to
individual sports and sporting events. The claim is that every sport, for men or women, in every country
is covered. Specifically excluded are statistical information, rules of the games, and biographical
sketches. Rather, the encyclopedia tries to illuminate the larger context within which sport takes place.
The stated intent of the compilers is to hook students with sports to simultaneously inform them about
topics such as history, culture, ethnicity, and international relations. Many of the contributors are well known
in their field and are often athletes themselves.
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Encyclopedia Britannica :Encyclopedia of World Religions
Religious faith takes many forms. Throughout the centuries and around the globe, the human response to
the divine has given rise to a large number of important religions. The "Britannica's Encyclopedia of
World Religions" provides an authoritative and comprehensive guide to the religions of the world and to
the concepts, movements, people, and events that have shaped them. In addition to more than 3,500
detailed entries, discover 30 in-depth articles documenting the attitudes and ideals of major religions such
as Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism, as well as many other key religious topics. It
includes features such as: more than 3,500 entries on religious movements and concepts, historical
and legendary figures, divinities, religious sites and ceremonies; more than 600 images that show sacred
places, vestments, rituals, objects, and texts; 32 pages of full-colour artwork and maps; easy-to-use AZ format; information on the pronunciation and origins of religious terms; and, thousands of cross-references
for research and browsing. This e-book contains 1234 pages
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Encyclopedia of Death and the Human Experience
Death and dying and death-related behavior involve the causes of death and the nature of the actions
and emotions surrounding death among the living. Interest in the varied dimensions of death and dying has
led to the development of death studies that move beyond medical research to include behavioral
science disciplines and practitioner-oriented fields. As a result of this inter-disciplinary interest, the literature
in the field has proliferated. This two-volume resource addresses the traditional death and dying–related
topics but also presents a unique focus on the human experience to create a new dimension to the study
of death and dying. With more than 300 entries, the Encyclopedia of Death and the Human Experience
includes the complex cultural beliefs and traditions and the institutionalized social rituals that surround dying
and death, as well as the array of emotional responses relating to bereavement, grieving, and mourning.
The Encyclopedia is enriched through important multidisciplinary contributions and perspectives as it
arranges, organizes, defines, and clarifies a comprehensive list of death-related perspectives, concepts,
and theories.
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Encyclopedia of the World's Nations and Culture
Encyclopedia of the World's Nations and Cultures" comprises an extensive overhaul of the original
"Encyclopedia of the World's Nations". It provides concise and objective descriptions of the dominant
political, economic, social, and cultural systems of the countries of the world. The encyclopedia features
193 country-by-country surveys in 40 separate categories, as well as tables, charts, and lists that are linked
with narrative accounts of each nation's peoples, history, government, society, and culture. This edition
includes articles on three additional countries and 14 new sections on culture and society with each entry.
Both the text and the extensive statistical data have been fully updated. New coverage includes: East
Timor; Marshall Islands; and The Federated States of Micronesia. New sections in each entry include:
Culture; Entertainment and recreation; Etiquette; Family life; Flora and fauna; Folklore and mythology;
Food; Health; A list of modern rulers; Living conditions; Personal appearance; Science and technology;
Sports; and Work.
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Encyclopedia of Witches, Witchcraft, and Wicca
Uncover the magic and truth behind this compelling topic.In more than 480 entries, "The Encyclopedia
of Witches, Witchcraft, and Wicca, Third Edition" is an exciting update to one of the landmark references on
the subject - by paranormal expert Rosemary Ellen Guiley. This new edition provides unparalleled coverage
of witchcraft practices around the world - spanning different time periods and societies - including entries
on magic, shamanism, the occult, and wizardry. Now covering Wicca-related material not included in
the previous editions

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