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Images of Barbarossa (P)

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ailsby, Christopher J., PUBLISHER: Potomac Books, -- Contains many previously unpublished photographs -- Includes the murderous activities of the SS in Russia in On June , Adolf Hitler launched Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union. More than 3 million men smashed east to begin the German crusade to rid the world of Bolshevism and conquer "living space" for the Thousand-Year Reich. The story of the German invasion is told through the book's spectacular photographs, which convey the true horror and scale of this campaign, including the largest tank battles of the war, savage hand-to-hand fighting, massive aerial destruction, and the genocidal activities of the SS. With its authoritative text and extended captions, Images of Barbarossa is an enthralling pictorial record of one of history's most vicious military campaigns. Containing many previously unpublished photographs, the book will appeal to military specialists and laymen alike.

The Economics of Saving and Growth: Theory, Evidence, and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schmidt-Hebbel Klaus / Schmidt-Hebbel, Klaus / Serven, Luis, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Saving rates display great variation across countries and over time. They are also closely related to growth performance. This volume provides a state-of-the-art account of key variables, institutions and policies that determine saving. Drawing from a systematic exploration of the existing literature, the collection summarizes current knowledge about cross-country saving trends, the relation between saving and growth, the impact of financial policies and institutions on saving, the effect of foreign resource inflows on saving, and the links between income distribution and aggregate saving.

The Big Bang, the Buddha, and the Baby Boom

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Nisker, Wes Scoop, PUBLISHER: HarperOne, Hang on for a Wild Journey through the Political and Spiritual Adventures of the Baby-Boom Generation Join Wes "Scoop" Nisker as he takes us on a hilarious, wild ride through the heyday of the Beats and the Hippies and the birth of the modern environmental movement, and the surge of Buddhism in the West.

Expert Guide to Pain Management:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McCarberg, Bill H. / Passik, Steven, PH.D., PUBLISHER: American College of Physicians, A comprehensive and practical reference on the assessment of acute and chronic pain, this is an authoritative and practical guide to the safe and effective management of pain. The concisely written text addresses the nature of pain, the pathophysiology and pharmacological treatment of pain, the psychological aspects of chronic pain, and the psychosocial factors in chronic pain patients. Geared to clinicians in all disciplines, the chapters in this book, written by leading experts, explain the most useful diagnostic tests, describe the entire spectrum of pain syndromes, and discuss all currently available drugs and other treatment options. Some of the chapters included are: Chronic Pain as Disease, Headache, Osteoarthritis and Fibromyalgia, Neuropathic Pain, and Addiction in Pain Management.

Buildings, Finite Geometries and Groups: Proceedings of a

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sastry, Narasimha / Sastry, N. S. Narasimha, PUBLISHER: Springer, This is the Proceedings of the ICM Satellite Conference on Buildings, Finite Geometries and Groups organized at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore, during August . This is a collection of articles by some of the currently very active research workers in several areas related to finite simple groups, Chevalley groups and their generalizations: theory of buildings, finite incidence geometries, modular representations, Lie theory, etc. These articles reflect the current major trends in research in the geometric and combinatorial aspects of the study of these groups. The unique perspective the authors bring in their articles on the current developments and the major problems in their area is expected to be very useful to research mathematicians, graduate students and potential new entrants to these areas.

Life: The Science of Biology Lecture Notebook

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Purves, William K. / Sadava, David E. / Orians, Gordon H., PUBLISHER: W.H. Freeman & Company, Bound volume of black and white reproductions of all the text's line art and tables (more than images, with labels) allowing them to concentrate on the lecture instead of copying illustrations.

The Path of the Buddha: Writings on Contemporary Buddhism

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Singh, Renuka, PUBLISHER: Penguin Books, Giving Buddha's spiritual journey a contemporary dimension, this anthology contains essays by spiritual leaders like His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lama Thubten Yeshe on the impact of Buddhist philosophy on them. Equally poignant are the accounts of others who, dissatisfied with the present world, embark on a search for salvation. Varied and meaningful, The Path of the Buddha provides a rare glimpse into Buddhism.

The End of Empire and the Making of Malaya

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harper, T. N., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This is the first general social and political history of Malaya. Focusing on the years to , the last years of British rule and the achievement of independence, it embraces a wealth of social, economic and cultural, as well as political themes. It contains new research on the impact of the Second World War in Malaya, the origins and course of the Communist Emergency, and the response of Malaya's various ethnic communities to nationalism and social change. A concluding chapter takes these themes forward into the s to shed new light on the emergence of this important Southeast Asian nation.

Parle '89 - Parallel Architectures and Languages Europe:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Odijk, Eddy / Rem, Martin / Syre, Jean-Claude, PUBLISHER: Springer, Since the first PARLE conference, PARLE '87, attracted more than 300 participants, it was considered a useful and successful forum and encouraged the organization of this second issue known as PARLE '89. The initiative for these conferences was taken by project 415 of ESPRIT (the European Strategic Programme for Research and Development in Information Technology of the Commission of the European Communities). Their scope covers central themes in the area of parallel architectures and languages, including such topics as concurrent, object-oriented, logic and functional programming; MIMD, dataflow, inference and reduction machines; design and verification of parallel systems; VLSI, WSI and RISC architectures; performance evaluation, memory management, systolic arrays, applications and special purpose architectures. The four invited lectures present the state of the art and advanced developments in major research areas related to the topics of the conference. Of the more than 150 submitted papers 45 were selected for presentation. Furthermore the program of PARLE '89 comprises presentations on the subprojects which together constitute ESPRIT project 415. Parallel architectures based on a variety of programming styles (object-oriented, logic, functional, dataflow) are represented in these overviews.

Lessons Learned

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davies, Kate, PUBLISHER: Samhain Publishing, Learning to trust in love is the most important lesson of all... Lessons in Love - Hungry for adventure, Brynn takes a teaching job in a foreign country. But on arrival she discovers she's the new royal nanny instead. Prince Alex is tired of women feigning interest in his daughter to get close to him. So if he fudged the details of the job to protect his child, who can blame him? His plans unravel the moment Brynn appears. Beautiful and free spirited, she's nothing like the nanny he expected. Can the prince and the nanny find common ground? Lessons in Trust - Princess Lucia's new bodyguard refuses to play by the rules. His insistence on shadowing her 24/7 is cramping her style. He needs to go before the sparks between them get too hot. But he won't leave until the threat against her is neutralized. Eric spirits her away to a safe house where passion ignites, leaving them shaken. They must work together before Lucia's safetyand their connectionare lost forever.

Current Therapy in Nephrology and Hypertension

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Glassock, Richard J., PUBLISHER: C.V. Mosby, This book provides a concise overview of current information on the management of fluid and electrolyte, renal, genitourinary, and hypertensive disorders. With this new edition, most chapters have been written by new contributors to provide fresh perspectives on the management of specific conditions. Coverage of each disorder includes a brief description that emphasizes relevant pathophysiologic features, followed by therapeutic considerations and recommendations. The hypertensive diseases section has been expanded to make this book a more useful clinical resource.

A Dictionary of the Bible: Volume V: Supplement -- Articles

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hastings, James, PUBLISHER: University Press of the Pacific, For over a century the ten-volume Dictionary of the Bible has been the definitive reference. "It is a Dictionary of the Old and New Testaments, together with the Old Testament Apocrypha, according to the Authorized and Revised English Versions, and with constant reference to the original tongues.... Articles have been written on the names of all Persons and Places, on the Antiquities and Archaeology of the Bible, on its Ethnology, Geology, and Natural History, on Biblical Theology and Ethic, and even on the obsolete or archaic words occurring in the English Versions." James Hastings () was a distinguished scholar and pastor. He was founder and editor of the Expository Times and is also well known for editing the Encyclopaedia of Religion and Ethics, the Dictionary of Christ and the Gospels, and the Dictionary of the Apostolic Church.

Vocabulary and Grammar for the TOEFL Test (Collins

Master essential grammar o Boost your vocabulary o Improve your TOEFL score! o Collins Vocabulary and Grammar for the TOEFL Test is designed to help students master the vocabulary and grammar that they require to get a high score in the TOEFL test. This book also exposes students to the task types they will encounter in the TOEFL test. There are tips and strategies for how to approach the various test tasks which will enable students to improve their skills, gain confidence, and achieve the score they need. It is ideal for use alongside Collins Skills for the TOEFL iBT Test: Reading and Writing and Collins Skills for the TOEFL iBT Test: Speaking and Listening. Collins Vocabulary and Grammar for the TOEFL Test features: o An overview of each part of the TOEFL test o Twenty thematically-organised units of vocabulary, & twenty units of grammar practice, identifying the key grammar points most needed in each part of the test o MP3 audio CD o Full audio script and answer key - ideal for use in the classroom and for self-study o Academic word list - a useful reference tool containing the key vocabulary students need for the TOEFL test Each unit is laid out in a clear, easy-to-follow style with practice activities and guidance to enable efficient practice for the TOEFL test. Each unit contains: o Overview - for quick reference on the core vocabulary or g grammar of the unit o Study tips - to help students to remember what they have learned and improve their study technique o Test practice activities - set in the style that students will encounter them in the test, to help familiarize students with all aspects of the test o Test tips - useful tips to help students improve their performance on Test day o Vocabulary building feature - to increase students' lexical ability Collins Vocabulary and Grammar for the TOEFL Test is powered by language from the Collins COBUILD corpus. The 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus is the world's largest database of the English language and

A Companion to the American Revolution

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greene / Pole / Greene, Jack P., PUBLISHER: Wiley-Blackwell, " A Companion to the American Revolution" is a single guide to the themes, events, and concepts of this major turning point in early American history. Containing coverage before, during, and after the war, as well as the effect of the revolution on a global scale, this major reference to the period is ideal for any student, scholar, or general reader seeking a complete reference to the field. Contains 90 articles in all, including guides to further reading and a detailed chronological table. Explains all aspects of the revolution before, during, and after the war. Discusses the status and experiences of women, Native Americans, and African Americans, and aspects of social and daily life during this period. Describes the effects of the revolution abroad. Provides complete coverage of military history, including the home front. Concludes with a section on concepts to put the morality of early America in today's context.

Pictorial History of Hockey

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Romain, Joseph / Duplacey, James, PUBLISHER: Thunder Bay Press (CA), This lively volume begins with the first games resembling ice hockey, played on the frozen lakes of Europe and North America, and traces the game's development to the dazzling speed and puck-handling that characterize it today. From the first Stanley Cup playoff in through the growth of the Pacific Coast Hockey Association, the proliferation of boomtown hockey, the birth of the NHL, the evolution of the All-Star game, the advent of international competition, and the rival leagues to the expansion teams, this illustrated volume tells the complete story of the fastest game on ice.

Photoshop CS 2 Accelerated: A Full-Color Guide [With CDROM]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Youngjin Com, PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, The Accelerated series was developed to fill a void in the market. Many books are either too broad in scope and try to cover too much ground, or they are so narrow in scope they focus only on a particular area of the software's functionality. Neither is a good solution for the beginner market. The objective of the Accelerated series is to reduce the time it takes for a beginner to learn, internalize, and apply book knowledge to practical projects. Every chapter is divided into three sections: concepts, foundation exercises, and professional tutorials. Concepts covers basic, need-to-know principles and theories. Step-by-step foundation exercises reinforce the concepts. More advanced tutorials then expand the learning. In the exercise and tutorial sections, there are sidebars containing notes and tips. Notes explain concepts in more detail than in the first section while tips dish out useful shortcuts and time-saving tricks. In addition, before and after screenshots are consistently provided right at the beginning of every hands-on exercise to give readers a clear idea of what can be achieved.

Poverty and Economic Reforms: The Social Concerns

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Aurora, G., PUBLISHER: Academic Foundation, Based on research carried out in a few villages in South India, this book's chief concern was to examine the impact of the economic reforms on the poor with a focus on levels and intensity of poverty, social dimensions of deprivation, food security, and the role of MNCs.

Grapefruit: A Book of Instructions and Drawings by Yoko Ono

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ono, Yoko / Lennon, John, PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster, Back in print for the first time in nearly thirty years, here is Yoko Ono's whimsical, delightful, subversive, startling book of ong>instructionsong> for art and for life. "Burn this book after you've read it." " -- Yoko" "A dream you dream alone may be a dream, but a dream two people dream together is a reality." "This is the greatest book I've ever burned." -- John

How to Draw and Paint the Outdoors

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Butterfield, Moira, PUBLISHER: Booksales, No child's toy or game can provide the endless hours of enjoyment that a creative project can. With the help of the Art For Children series, kids will never run out of new, exciting ideas for projects they can accomplish on their own with fabulous results. Art For Children is a collection of colorful, fun, how-to books that teach young people the basics of a wide variety of arts and crafts -- from painting and cartooning to jewelry making and print making. Each volume in the series contains dozens of projects described in detailed, yet simple, language and accompanied by four-color photography to illustrate the creative process each step of the way. The Art For Children books, with their multitude of projects and easy-to-follow ong>instructionsong>, guarantee superb results whatever the child's age or ability level -- from the budding young artist to the creatively-challenged. Rarely is a child more entertained than when creating something from his or her own imagination, and never more proud than when presenting a special gift made by him or herself. Art For Children provides boys and gifts with the opportunity to do just that. And, with over copies in print, it's clear that parents appreciate the educational and motivational qualities of this unique series too.

Sole Survivor

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Forster, David, PUBLISHER: Dales Large Print Books, Steve Yarborough was the sole survivor of an attack on a wagon train by a band of renegade outlaws. He takes on the job of sheriff, with a mission to rid the territory of the outlaws.

The Art of Botanical Illustration: The Classical

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: De Bray, Lys, PUBLISHER: Chartwell Books, The greatest botanical illustrations throughout the history of the genre are presented in this fascinating and beautifully printed survey. Beginning with the ancient Egyptians, plants, flowers, and herbs have been the subject of the artist's attention. Author Lys de Bray explains why skilled botanical art is better -- and of more use to posterity -- than the best photographs.

The Complete Book of Butchering, Smoking, Curing, and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hasheider, Philip, PUBLISHER: Voyageur Press (MN), Here's the ideal hands-on guidebook for self-sufficient farmers, ranchers, and hunters with step-by-step ong>instructionsong> on butchering beef, venison, pork, lamb, poultry, and goats. Time-tested advice on how to cure the meat by smoking or salting helps you preserve your harvest. A final section explains how to make sausages. Numerous mouth-watering recipes are included.

Biology: A Laboratory Guide to the Natural World

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Richardson, Dennis J. / Richardson, Kristen E., PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall, As energy crises, environmental mismanagement, and disease outbreaks increase in our world, an understanding of biology is becoming more important than ever. These laboratory exercises give readers a greater understanding of themselves and of current issues in a biological context. Explores the natural world through Web-based exercises and inquiry-based investigation. Focuses on the scientific method and on science as a process. Features end-of-chapter Web exercises. References other human endeavors such as art, literature, and history. Offers a new exercise in human evolution incorporating recent paleontological discoveries. Presents more information on various animal groups. Approximately 10% of problems revised and rewritten for greater clarity and less redundancy. A useful source for science teachers (grades 7-12) and for anyone interested in learning more about biology.

Provinces

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Milosz, Czeslaw / Hass, Robert / Miosz, Czesaw, PUBLISHER: Ecco Press, Begun in the winter of and completed in the spring of , Treatise on Poetry is a brilliant meditative poem fully expressive of the powers that have made Milosz one of our greatest writers. Expertly translated, the poem is divided into four parts -- Europe at the turn of the century, the condition of Polish culture between the two world wars, the harsh reality of World War II, and the role of the poet in the postwar world. Here Milosz addresses the failure of early-20th-century Polish poetry. With vast historical sweep and in language that enables readers to see "as if in a flash of summer lighting", Milosz offers a fascinating account of the mysterious art of poetry.

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