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Residential Windows: A Guide to New Techonologies and Energy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Carmody, John / Selkowitz, Stephen / Arasteh, Dariush, PUBLISHER: W. W. Norton & Company, The third edition of Residential Windows: A Guide to ong>Newong> Technologies and Energy Performance proong>viong>des updated and expanded information on window properties and technologies, as well as ong>newong> sections on such key topics as window installation, energy efficiency, and building codes. For this latest edition, all of the energy performance data have been reong>viong>sed, based on the latest simulation techniques and industry-accepted assumptions. Residential Windows proong>viong>des an overong>viong>ew of ong>newong> window products for consumers, designers, and builders, as well as regulators, standards developers, utilities, and the researchers, manufacturers, and suppliers in the window industry itself. It is an essential resource for anyone considering purchasing or installing ong>newong> windows.

Country Conversations: Timeless Stories from the Legends of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jones, Timothy Edward, PUBLISHER: PublishAmerica, Country Conversations explores the world of country music through the eyes of some of country musicas greatest artists. Country music icons Charlie Louong>viong>n, Bill Anderson, the Bellamy Brothers, Hal Bynum, and Ricky Lynn Gregg share unforgettable stories in their own words. From the artistsa own personal experiences on and off the stage to priceless adong>viong>ce for up-and-coming country singers and songwriters, Country Conversations takes you deep inside the vortex of Americaas music, highlighting the ups and downs of country stardom. Country Conversations shares rare ong>insightsong> on the music business, humorous stories, uplifting anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses from artists who shaped country music. Filled with interesting country music facts, triong>viong>a, history, and entertainment, Country Conversations sheds ong>newong> light on what it means to be a country music legend. Acquista Ora

Life in a Medieval Castle

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McAleavy, Tony / Chamberlain, Neong>viong>lle, PUBLISHER: Enchanted Lion Books, In their heyday castles were homes to the wealthiest and most powerful members of society--royalty and the great nobility, who displayed their wealth by giong>viong>ng sumptuous banquets and maintaining large households of retainers and servants. As they traveled from castle to castle, the monarchs and nobles exercised ong>governanceong> and dispensed justice. The first part of this book describes the household of a great castle. The second and third parts relate the evolution of the castle and its role in society. The final section traces the decline of the castle in favor of grand houses and palaces. A wealth of source material, along with archaeological eong>viong>dence, brings the world of the medieval castle to life.

Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barthes, Roland / Dyer, Geoff, PUBLISHER: Hill & Wang, A graceful, contemplative volume, "Camera Lucida "was first published in . Commenting on artists such as Avedon, Clifford, Mapplethorpe, and Nadar, Roland Barthes presents photography as being outside the codes of language or culture, acting on the body as much as on the mind, and rendering death and loss more acutely than any other medium. This groundbreaking approach established "Camera Lucida "as one of the most important books of theory on the subject, along with Susan Sontag's "On Photography."

New Directions for Mental Health Services, Families Coping

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lefley, Harriet P., PUBLISHER: Jossey-Bass, This volume offers both a longitudinal and a cross-sectional perspective on involong>viong>ng families in the treatment of adults with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders. Mental illness is experienced, both by patients and by their families, in a historical and cultural context that varies across time, geography, personal space, and the life cycle of the illness. This sourcebook ong>viong>ews culture in a broad sense--as a set of shared beliefs, values, behaong>viong>oral norms, and practices that characterize a particular group of people who share a common identity--and examines the impact of cultural differences on mental health theory and treatment. This issue offers practice guidelines and suggestions for further research in the area of culturally competent mental health care serong>viong>ces. This is the 77th issue of the quarterly journal "ong>Newong> Directions for Mental Health Serong>viong>ces."

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Postwestern Cultures: Literature, Theory, Space

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kollin, Susan, PUBLISHER: University of Nebraska Press, "Postwestern Cultures" synthesizes the most critical topics of contemporary scholarship of the American West within a single volume. This interdisciplinary anthology features leading scholars in the varied fields of western American literary studies and includes ong>newong> regional studies, global studies, studies of popular culture, enong>viong>ronmental criticism, gender and queer theory, and multiculturalism. "Postwestern Cultures," like all successful studies of western American literature, is necessarily diverse and wide-ranging; it grasps the multifaceted quality of the landscape, literature, and critical analysis by engaging postmodern theory, spatial theory, cultural studies, and transnational and transcultural understandings of the local. This collection emphasizes the importance of understanding the region not as a confined or static space but as a constantly changing entity in both substance and form. It examines subjects ranging from the use of frontier rhetoric in Japanese American internment camp narratives to the emergence of agricultural tourism in the ong>Newong> West to the application of geographer J. B. Jackson's theories to abandoned western landscapes.

Intercultural Communication Theory: Current Perspectives

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gudykunst, William B., PUBLISHER: Sage Publications (CA), The seventh volume of the distinguished series International and Intercultural Communication Annuals is published for the first time by SAGE. It is also the first volume to be presented in a ong>newong> format: theme-oriented volumes that examine key issues in intercultural communication. Twenty four leaders in the field contribute original essays that reong>viong>ew the progress made toward developing theories of intercultural communication. Theories based on traditional communication perspectives, ong>newong> theories that are unique to this ong>newong> emerging discipline, and contributions from such areas as philosophy, social psychology and linguistics are described. If one were to offer a seminar designed to take stock of theory in intercultural communication, this volume would be a good choice of text. One might well argue that it is the "only" choice...this book proong>viong>des the beginnings of order in a field that has prided itself on its ecumenical rather than its ordered self-ong>viong>ew.' -- "Journal of Communication, Summer

Politics and the Theory of Language in the USSR :

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brandist, Craig / Chown, Katya, PUBLISHER: Anthem Press, 'Politics and the Theory of Language in the USSR ' proong>viong>des ground-breaking research into the complex interrelations of linguistic theory and politics during the first two decades of the USSR. The work examines how the ong>newong> Revolutionary regime promoted linguistic research that scrutinised the relationship between language, social structure, national identity and ideological factors as part of an attempt to democratize the public sphere. It also looks at the demise of the sociological paradigm, as the isolation and bureaucratization of the state gradually shifted the focus of research. Through this account, the collection formally acknowledges the achievements of the Soong>viong>et linguists of the time, whose innovative approaches to the relationship between language and society predates the emergence of western sociolinguistics by several decades. These articles are the first articles written in English about these linguists, and will introduce an Anglophone audience to a range of materials hitherto unavailable. In addition to proong>viong>ding ong>newong> articles, the volume also presents the first annotated translation of Ivan Meshchaninov's 'Theses on Japhetidology', thereby proong>viong>ding insight into one of the most controversial strands within Soong>viong>et linguistic thought.

Problems in Neolithic Archaeology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Whittle, Alasdair, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Problems in Neolithic Archaeology is a notable contribution to the debate about how we can write prehistory. Drawing on both processual and post-processual approaches, it reaffirms the central role of theory and interpretation while accepting as permanent the uncertainty which makes the testing of archaeological hypotheses difficult or even impossible. Dr Whittle asserts in particular the need for greater self-confidence and for the formulation of ong>newong> theory and questions more appropriate to the archaeological record. The book's specific strength lies, however, in a close contextual study of the Neolithic period in western and central Europe. In this respect it proong>viong>des an admirable complement to his textbook Neolithic Europe.

Marriages & Families: Intimacy, Diversity, and Strengths

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Olson, Daong>viong>d / DeFrain, John / Skogrand, Linda, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Langua, An introductory text, "Marriages and Families" accentuates the positive aspects of relationships and focuses on enriching students' knowledge and experience in building strong, successful couple and family relationships. The authors, seasoned family scholars and therapists, integrate research, theory, and practical applications with an interdisciplinary perspective on marriage and family. To enhance teaching and student learning, an updated AWARE (Awareness of Attitudes and Relationships Expectations) Online computerized assessment contains 15 categories that match the chapters of the book.

Global Futures: Shaping Globalization

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pieterse, Jan Nederveen, PUBLISHER: Zed Books, This book rejects a fatalistic stance in the face of the problems that accelerating globalization is throwing up. The contributors argue that humanity must seek to shape globalization. In a sequence of tightly argued essays, they suggest a variety of innovative perspectives, changes, policies, and institutional reforms that we ought to strive for in our increasingly inter-connected world. The exciting range of topics discussed include global ong>governanceong> and democratization; international finance and reform of the world economy; Third World development; the enong>viong>ronment; the position of women; poverty and social exclusion; technology and culture; and the future shape of urban growth.

Communication Yearbook 25

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gudykunst, William B., PUBLISHER: Routledge, "Communication Yearbook 25" is devoted to publishing state-of-the-art literature reong>viong>ews in which authors critique and synthesize a body of communication research. This volume contains critical, integrative reong>viong>ews of research on democracy and ong>newong> communication technologies; the Federal Communication Commission's communication policymaking process; cognitive effects of hypermedia; mediation of children's teleong>viong>sion ong>viong>ewing; informatization, world systems, and developing countries; communication ethics; communication in culturally diverse work groups; and attitudes toward language. In addition, it also includes senior scholars' reong>viong>ews of research on imagined interactions and symbolic convergence theory. Representing media, interpersonal, intercultural, and other areas of communication, this is an important reference on current research for scholars and students in the social sciences. Each of the chapters make a unique contribution to the field.

The Avengers Actionfigur 1/4 Iron Man Mark XXI Midas Armor

This brand ong>newong> version of Iron Man is based on the Mark XXI. All ong>newong> deco sporting different shades of metallic and gold paint, with additional darker washes to bring out the finer armor detail.The Iron Man figure stands over 46 cm tall and features over 25 points of articulation, incredible moong>viong>e accurate detail, and LEDs on the eyes, chest, and palms. Includes 2 pairs of interchangeable hands and brand ong>newong> golden armor packaging. Batteries Included.

African Solutions: Best Practices from the African Peer

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Petlane, Tsoeu / Gruzd, Steven, PUBLISHER: Jacana Media, The result of research into the policies, programs, and experiences identified as best practices in the Country Reong>viong>ew Reports of 12 countries, this volume seeks to understand how these successful policies can be strengthened for use as teaching materials within the African Peer Reong>viong>ew Mechanism (APRM) and around the continent. From Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda, this study was commissioned and coordinated by the ong>Governanceong> and APRM Program of the South African Institute of International Affairs and contains in-depth explanations of the conceptualization and applications of the best practices included.

Buddhism Under the T'Ang

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Weinstein, Stanley, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Buddhism Under the Tang is a history of the Buddhist Church during the T'ang dynasty (), when Buddhist thought reached the pinnacle of its development. The three centuries spanned by the T'ang saw the formation of such important philosophical schools as the Fa-hsiang and Hua-yen, the consolidation of the T'ien-t'ai school, the introduction of Esoteric Buddhism from India, and the emergence of the Pure Land and Chan schools as the predominant expressions of Buddhist faith and practice. Professor Weinstein draws extensively upon both secular and ecclesiastical records to chronicle the ong>viong>cissitudes of the Buddhist Church. The main focus is on the constantly changing relationship between the Buddhist Church and the T'ang state. Among the topics discussed in detail are the various attempts to curb the power of the Buddhist monasteries, the ong>governanceong> of the Buddhist clergy, the use of Buddhism to promote secular political ends, and the ong>viong>olent suppression of Buddhism by Emperor Wu () and its formal restoration under the last T'ang emperor.

Hiker's Guide High Sierra Tuolumne Mead

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schaffer, Jeffrey P. / Winnett, Thomas / Wilderness Press, PUBLISHER: Wilderness Press, A ong>newong> look, up-to-date facts, and still small enough to tuck in your back pocket Use this reong>viong>sed edition of our classic hiking book to plan your trips and as a field guide on the trail. ong>Newong> geology and flora and fauna chapters proong>viong>de natural history background. Area location maps get you there, updated descriptions of trails let you know what you're in for, and tips on backpacking keep you on track. Information on wilderness permits included.

Econoguide Cruises: Cruising the Caribbean, Hawaii, New

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sandler, Corey, PUBLISHER: Insiders' Guide (CT), Featuring information on cruises to the Caribbean, Hawaii, ong>Newong> England, Alaska, and Europe, this ong>newong>ly updated guide helps readers get the most out of their cruise. Adong>viong>ce on purchasing a cruise vacation and tips for traveling safely and efficiently are included, as well as ratings and reong>viong>ews for each major cruise line.

Educational Research Undone

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stronach, Ian / Stronach, Aan / Maclure, Margaret, PUBLISHER: Open University Press, "This is a provocative, important book. It moves the discourses of postmodernism and deconstructionism to ong>newong> levels of insight and analysis. Authors Stronach and MacLure perform a major serong>viong>ce to the field, showing how these complex discourses can be fitted to the concrete practices of educational research and pedagogy. In so doing they set ong>newong> goals and priorities for the next generation of educational research and theory" - Norman K Denzin, College of Communications Scholar, Distinguished Professor of Communication, Research Professor of Sociology, Criticism and Interpretive Theory, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. "As intelligent a hearing as postmodernism is likely to receive." - Professor Ernie House, School of Education, University of Colorado at Boulder. This book is the first educational research text in the UK to come to terms with postmodernism and deconstruction, connecting these emerging problematics of 'representation' to issues in philosophy, research methodology, and policy critique, and both proong>viong>ding and criticising its own examples. The authors draw on literary theory, anthropology, and sociology in order to construct alternative ways of reading and writing educational research, claiming that it is with a 'reformed inheritance' that such research can best address the condition of postmodernity as well as the positive and negative aspects of postmodernism. The book will appeal to educational and social researchers, as well as to research students.

Realistic Socio-Legal Theory Pragmatism and A Social Theory

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brian Z Tamanaha, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, NA

Discriminants, Resultants, and Multidimensional Determinants

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gel'fand, I. M. / Gelfand / Gelfand, Israel M., PUBLISHER: Springer, "This book reong>viong>ves and vastly expands the classical theory of resultants and discriminants. Most of the main ong>newong> results of the book have been published earlier in more than a dozen joint papers of the authors. The book nicely complements these original papers with many examples illustrating both old and ong>newong> results of the theory."a "Mathematical Reong>viong>ews "Collecting and extending the fundamental and highly original results of the authors, it presents a unique blend of classical mathematics and very recent developments in algebraic geometry, homological algebra, and combinatorial theory." a "Zentralblatt Math "This book is highly recommended if you want to get into the thick of contemporary algebra, or if you wish to find some interesting problem to work on, whose solution will benefit mankind." a "Gian-Carlo Rota, Advanced Book Reong>viong>ews "a]the book is almost perfectly written, and thus I warmly recommend it not only to scholars but especially to students. The latter do need a text with broader ong>viong>ews, which shows that mathematics is not just a sequence of apparently unrelated expositions of ong>newong> theories, a] but instead a very huge and intricate building whose edification may sometimes experience difficulties a] but eventually progresses steadily." a "Bulletin of the American Mathematical Society

Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Braunwald, Eugene, PUBLISHER: W.B. Saunders Company, The Fifth Edition of the definitive reference on heart disease -- has been assiduously reong>viong>sed and updated Dr. Braunwald has added 23 ong>newong> chapters and 22 renowned ong>newong> contributors to bring readers the state of the art in the field of cardiology. From examination and circulatory function to diseases of the heart and broader perspectives on heart disease and cardiologic practice, this classic resource remains authoritative, user-friendly, and complete.

White Star: A Dog on the Titanic

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Marty Crisp, PUBLISHER: Scholastic Inc, Sam Harris is on the trip of a lifetime. He's traveling from England to ong>Newong> York on the first voyage of the greatest ocean liner in history--the Titanic. Here is a story of cowardice and courage, of despair and determination, and of an unbreakable bond between a boy and a dog on one terrifying night.

Leaders on Leading: Insights from the Field

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Senn-Delaney Leadership Consulting Group / Senn, Larry E., PUBLISHER: Leadership Press (Long Beach, CA), More than 500 quotes from leaders throughout history, proong>viong>de a quick guide and entertaining reference to ideas that lead people and organizations. This book will be a ready addition to managers' libraries, proong>viong>ding thought-provoking ong>insightsong> into a process that is often as elusive as it is imperative.

The New Age Cult

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Martin, Walter, PUBLISHER: Bethany House Publishers, Based on thirty-five years of study on the ong>Newong> Age Movement, the foremost expert on cults addresses the No. 1 controversy within the church today. An invaluable reference work for scholar and layperson alike.

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