practical essays

Ecology and Field Biology: Hands-On Field Package

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Smith, Robert L. / Smith, Thomas M., PUBLISHER: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company, This book presents a comprehensive overview of all aspects of ecology, including evolution, ecosystems theory, practical applications, plants, animals, biogeochemical cycles, and global change. This balanced approach has made "Ecology and Field Biology," Sixth Edition"" the best-selling ecology book on the market. The field package also includes "The Ecology Action Guide," a guide that encourages readers to be environmentally responsible citizens, and a subscription to The Ecology Place (www.ecologyplace.com), a web site and CD-ROM that enables users to become virtual field ecologists by performing experiments such as estimating the number of mice on an imaginary island or restoring prairie land in Iowa. For college instructors and students. Acquista Ora

Look Before You Leap: Market Research Made Easy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doman, Don / Doman, Margaret / Dennison, Dell, PUBLISHER: Self-Counsel Press, Whether you are starting a new business, launching a new product, setting a marketable price point, or trying to increase market share, good market research can tell you what you need to know. A successful business can't do without it. The good news is that you can do it yourself. Market research is not the exclusive territory of high-priced professionals. It is simply a process of asking questions or finding existing information about the market, the competition, and potential customers. This practical, easy-to-read book will lead you through the process planning, implementing, and analyzing market research for your company, without spending a lot of time or money.

Recession-Proof Your Life

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Johnson, Lynelle, PUBLISHER: Wrightbooks, If you had the chance to recession-proof your life -- everything from your finances and career to your relationships -- wouldn't you take it? "Recession-Proof Your Life" will help you plan for those inevitable downturns, and give you the knowledge that you need to get through them. Packed with tips and real-life examples, this comprehensive 'how-to' guide offers practical measures you can take to prepare your career, finances, investments, relationships and business for a recession -- and to capitalise on the recovery. Inside you'll discover how to: bulletproof your job manage your career deal with stress at work and in your relationships prosper financially keep your business afloat. This inspiring book is essential reading for anyone seeking to survive -- and thrive in -- tough times. Acquista Ora

The Cambridge Companion to Shakespeare's Last Plays

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Alexander, Catherine M. S., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Which plays are included under the heading 'Shakespeare's last plays', and when does Shakespeare's 'last' period begin? What is meant by a 'late play', and what are the benefits in defining plays in this way? Reflecting the recent growth of interest in late studies, and recognising the gaps in accessible scholarship on this area, leading international Shakespeare scholars address these and many other questions. The essays locate Shakespeare's last plays - single and co-authored - in the period of their composition, consider the significant characteristics of their Jacobean context, and explore the rich afterlives, on stage, in print and other media of The Winter's Tale, Cymbeline, The Tempest, Pericles, The Two Noble Kinsmen and Henry VIII. The volume opens with a historical timeline that places the plays in the contexts of contemporary political events, theatrical events, other cultural milestones, Shakespeare's life and that of his playing company, the King's Men.

Shakespeare Survey: Volume 7, Style and Language

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Nicoll, Allardyce, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Shakespeare Survey is a yearbook of Shakespeare studies and production. Since Survey has published the best international scholarship in English and many of its essays have become classics of Shakespeare criticism. Each volume is devoted to a theme, or play, or group of plays; each also contains a section of reviews of the previous year's textual and critical studies and of major British performances. The books are illustrated with a variety of Shakespearean images and production photographs. The current editor of Survey is Peter Holland. The first eighteen volumes were edited by Allardyce Nicoll, numbers by Kenneth Muir and numbers by Stanley Wells. The virtues of accessible scholarship and a keen interest in performance, from Shakespeare's time to our own, have characterised the journal from the start. For the first time, numbers 1-50 are being reissued in paperback, available separately and as a set.

Llewellyn's Sun Sign Book: Horoscopes for Everyone!

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Riske, Kris Brandt / Neff, Andrea, PUBLISHER: Llewellyn Publications, Prepare for what's coming in the near future. Take advantage of huge opportunities and dodge potential pitfalls with Llewellyn's Sun Sign Book. Filled with practical planetary wisdom, this easy-touse guide will answer your questions about money, success, career, relationships, and more--for the whole year. In addition to horoscopes for every sign by popular astrologer Kris Brandt Riske, you'll discover which areas in your life have potential for great success, and which require extra attention. Included are rewarding/challenging days for each month and a guide to the best dates to find a job, begin a romance, take a vacation, move, and plan other important endeavors.

Screening the Past: Film and the Representation of History

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barta, Tony, PUBLISHER: Praeger Publishers, Film and television have been accepted as having a pervasive influence on how people understand the world. An important aspect of this is the relationship of history and film. The different views of the past created by film, television, and video are only now attracting closer attention from historians, cultural critics, and filmmakers. This volume seeks to advance the critical exploration scholars have recently begun. Barta begins by addressing the various ways the past is "screened" for our understanding and relates the art of film to other media. The essays that follow deal primarily with the changing perspectives of political and social developments--and changing concepts of ideology, gender, or culture--in films and television programs made for historically shaped reasons. Chapters by filmmakers explore issues of context and intent in their own projects. Scholars and general readers interested in film and cultural studies will find this an important volume.

Electrical Motor Control Systems

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Patrick, Dale R. / Fardo, Stephen, PUBLISHER: Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher, A systematic overview of electrical motor control for industrial automation is presented in Electrical Motor Control Systems. This comprehensive text presents key concepts to students using a systems or "big picture" approach for effective learning. Throughout the book, real-world applications, procedures, and operations are stressed. A simplified approach to mathematical operations is used with problems solved through the use of basic operations. To reinforce the real-world orientation of the text, a practical laboratory activity is presented at the end of each chapter. More than 100 additional activities are contained in the accompanying Laboratory Manual. Beyond motor control, the text provides coverage of such supporting areas as electrical distribution systems, electronic control, and computer control systems.

Libri Inglese grammatica

-1 FIRST CERTIFICATE MASTERCLASS. Student's book di 'Simon Hines' e 'Barbara Stewart' OXFORD. -2 A PRACTICAL ENGLISH GRAMMAR -3EXERCISES 1, 2 A. J. THOMSON A.V. MARTINET USATO DA SOLO PER IMPARARE INGLESE! Used without a teacher. Puo' essere usato da solo. Answers are printed at the end of each book. Le risposte degli esercizi sono stampate alla fine di ciascun libro. - 4ENGLISH GRAMMAR. COLLINS Helping learners with real engish - Detailed treatment of common grammatical patterns and parts of speech. - Clear explanatinos to understand the attitudes and intentions of speakers and writers. - Lists give the common words used in each structure. - Productive features of english are highlighted, to extend the learne's knowledge and develop confidence. - "Warning" statements deal with areas of possible error and confusion.

Business NLP for Dummies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cooper, Lynne, PUBLISHER: For Dummies, Achieve business success with Neuro-linguistic Programming People around the globe use NLP to improve their communication skills, build rapport, make positive changes, and accomplish their goals. When used in a business context, NLP techniques can transform both your own and your team's performances. This practical guide to NLP at work will help you increase your flexibility, become more influential, and achieve professional success, whatever your career. "- Use NLP techniques in the workplace" "- overcome barriers to success and develop a winning mindset" "- Build effective working relationships" "- improve your communication skills and create rapport with your colleagues" "- Lead people to perform" "- enhance your ability to inspire peak performance" "- Make changes that drive success" "- set and achieve ambitious goals"

Lincoln's Speeches Reconsidered

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Briggs, John Channing, PUBLISHER: Johns Hopkins University Press, Throughout the fractious years of the mid-nineteenth century, Abraham Lincoln's speeches imparted reason and guidance to a troubled nation. Lincoln's words were never universally praised. But they resonated with fellow legislators and the public, especially when he spoke on such volatile subjects as mob rule, temperance, the Mexican War, slavery and its expansion, and the justice of a war for freedom and union. In this close examination, John Channing Briggs reveals how the process of studying, writing, and delivering speeches helped Lincoln develop the ideas with which he would so profoundly change history. Briggs follows Lincoln's thought process through a careful chronological reading of his oratory, ranging from Lincoln's speech to the Springfield Lyceum to his second inaugural address. Recalling David Herbert Donald's celebrated revisionist essays (Lincoln Reconsidered, ), Briggs's study provides students of Lincoln with new insight into his words, intentions, and image.

The New Black Gods: Arthur Huff Fauset and the Study of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Curtis, Edward E., IV / Sigler, Danielle Brune, PUBLISHER: Indiana University Press, Taking the influential work of Arthur Huff Fauset as a starting point to break down the false dichotomy that exists between mainstream and marginal, a new generation of scholars offers fresh ideas for understanding the religious expressions of African Americans in the United States. Fauset's classic, Black Gods of the Metropolis, launched original methods and theories for thinking about African American religions as modern, cosmopolitan, and democratic. The essays in this collection show the diversity of African American religion in the wake of the Great Migration and consider the full field of African American religion from Pentecostalism to Black Judaism, Black Islam, and Father Divine's Peace Mission Movement. As a whole, they create a dynamic, humanistic, and thoroughly interdisciplinary understanding of African American religious history and life. This book is essential reading for anyone who studies the African American experience. Acquista Ora

Art at Work/L'Art Au Travail

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gale, Peggy / Landry, Pierre / Henry, Victoria, PUBLISHER: Goose Lane Editions, The Art Bank of the Canada Council for the Arts is one of Canada's greatest treasures, holding more than paintings, prints, photographs, and sculptures by over contemporary artists. Because the Art Bank rents its works to government and corporate offices, pieces are enjoyed every day in public spaces, but the collection itself is never seen. Now, to mark its 35th anniversary, the Art Bank ?exhibits? its collection in Art at Work. In English and French, Art at Work celebrates the Art Bank as a uniquely Canadian vision, a major collection, a financial success story, and an inspiration to governments across Canada and abroad. Introduced by Adrienne Clarkson, the essays by Victoria Henry, David Silcox, Peggy Gale, Pierre Landry, and Jeff Thomas tell about the Art Bank's scope, range, and purpose. Sumptuous photographs make Art at Work a work of art in its own right.

Lonel Mediterranean Europe

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Garwood, Duncan, PUBLISHER: Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet has been covering Mediterranean Europe for more than 16 years and our 9th edition, with details on everything from hiking in Cyprus and clubbing in Ibiza to tucking into pizza in Naples and sipping mint tea in Morocco, will help you get the most out of this sun-kissed region. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Detailed itineraries provide inspiration for trips around the Med Top coverage of art, architecture, nightlife and outdoor activities Comprehensive transport information for easy travel

Plein Air Painting in Oil

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Serrano, Frank, PUBLISHER: Walter Foster Publishing, Explore the simple techniques and practical tips for painting dynamic landscapes outdoors. When you are ready to take your hobby to the great outdoors, then you are ready for this comprehensive guide by Frank Serrano. "Plein Air Painting in Oil" will teach you everything you need to know to paint outdoors with oil, accurately portraying clouds, trees, rocks, mountains, and other natural landscape elements. You will learn the essentials of the craft, such as working with light and shadow, choosing a subject, and achieving a variety of atmospheric effects. YouAEll appreciate the way Serrano communicates the traditions and basic techniques of this unique artistic genre with simplicity and clarity, helping you discover the peaceful joy of painting en plein air

Secrets of the Vine Leader's Guide: Breaking Through to

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wilkinson, Bruce / Kopp, David, PUBLISHER: Multnomah Publishers, In the Secrets of the Vine Bible Study: Leader's Edition, Bruce Wilkinson shows groups how the three Secrets of the Vine introduced in the bestselling book are supported throughout Scripture. This insightful Bible study provides a personal encounter with the life-changing teaching of Jesus in John 15, an inspiring look at God's intervention in His people's lives from Bible times to the present, a practical approach to a meaningful relationship with Him, and a visual and interactive learning tool for individual or group use. Topical, conversational, and application-oriented, the question-and-answer format makes this flexible four-week study an ideal resource for the first-time or veteran group leader.

Photography at Night: Getting the Most from Low-Light

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Newman, Richard, PUBLISHER: Amphoto Books, Night photography is an exciting challenge. All the normal rules of daylight photography are broken, and the extreme contrasts in light levels allow photographers to create dramatic and evocative images. Photography at Night is more than just a standard photography manual. It is also a valuable teaching tool, filled with exercises that put theory into practice. Covering technical aspects of both conventional and digital cameras, readers will find hands-on lessons on the practical and aesthetic aspects of low-light photography. They'll also discover expert guidance on how to critique their results as well as improve their work in the future. This is the definitive sourcebook for photographers who want to improve their low-light skills.

Cadogan Guide Morocco

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rogerson, Barnaby, PUBLISHER: Cadogan Guides, In the fully updated and revised edition of his highly acclaimed guide, Morrocan expert Barnaby Rogerson takes travelers by the hand and leads them through the bustling kasbahs and ancient ruins of this diverse land. Barnaby's sound advice ensures they will taste the finest Morrocan cuisine in handpicked restaurants and delight in the experience of bartering in the souks. His narrative seamlessly interweaves the compelling history of this mesmerizing country with practical details on traveling around and detailed description of both the major and minor sites. Cadogan takes visitors on an exotic journey over the high mountain ranges of the Rif, across the desert plains of Jel and the Rekkam, through the palm-shaded valleys of the Dades, and into the the heart of vibrant capital Marrakech, ensuring that they will enjoy every step of the way.

Let's Go China

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jiang, Shelley, PUBLISHER: Let's Go Publications, Completely revised and updated, "Let's Go: China" is your comprehensive guide to Asia's most exciting destination. Let's Go's forty-five years of travel savvy deliver must-have practical information. This edition boasts more outdoors activities, expanded must-see historical sights, and brand-new coverage of trekking, ethnic villages, and daytrips. An extensive chapter on alternatives to tourism helps you find ways to extend your stay and make a difference, while a phrasebook in Mandarin, Cantonese, Tibetan, and Uighur will help you get there, get around, and get busy, no matter where you may be. So, whether you'd rather chat it up with monks or trek to alpine lakes and glacier-capped peaks, Let's Go's intrepid researchers can lead the way.

Magic of Kirigami: Happenings With Paper and Scissors

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Temko, Florence, PUBLISHER: Japan Pubns, Just as D.T. Suzuki introduced the West to Zen philosophy, Nyogen Senzaki introduced the West to Zen practice. One of the first Zen masters to emigrate from Japan to the United States, Senzaki became the first great Buddhist teacher to fully immerse himself in the everyday life of the West, and his teachings and practice-centers influences a generation of Western Zen practitioners. "Like a Dream, Like a Fantasy offers an intimate, in-depth look at one of Zen's earliest American teachers. The book features over 40 separate pieces, including essential talks, essays, and poetry. These works not only offer instruction in Zen, but also reveal Senzaki as a man and provide a rare look into the pioneer days of Zen in America. A striking collection that resonates both as a chronicle and a companion, "Like a Dream, Like a Fantasy is a powerful and informative title that sparkles with numerous treasures.

I Can Relate: The I.C.R. System for Entertainers,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Manor, Joe Blair, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, "I CAN RELATE" may be the most important book you read for your entertainment or sales career Add a whole new dimension to your bits and presentations. The "ICR" system takes things that relate to your target and combines them to strike more responsive chords with your listener or client. You want your audience to remember you when rating time comes. If you are in sales you want to be imaged better for recall when your clients decide between you and the competition The "I CAN RELATE" system is fun and practical Read about on-the-air and on-the-street examples of ICR at work. This book is a great tool for those who want to be #1

Municipal Waste Disposal in the s Ation

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Liptak, Bela G., PUBLISHER: CRC Press, This practical guide provides answers to questions about all facets of municipal waste treatment and disposal. Discover the latest standards, practices, and technology for handling landfills, hazardous waste disposal, sewage sludge, incineration, pollution-control equipment, HRIs, recycling, and more. Municipal solid waste (MSW) disposal has been a growing concern for decades. In the s, the problems have multiplied and reached critical mass for many communities. This book examines various methods of treatment and disposal as process control examples on a societal scale. Technical enough for the municipal engineer who must make the solutions work, this book also provides the information needed by municipal leaders to evaluate MSW disposal options, and to select solutions that work today and won't harm future generations.

Design & Decorate-Color Scheme

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Taylor, Lesley, PUBLISHER: Adams Media Corporation, What do you do with a bathroom that's too dark? Or a favorite sofa -- which just happens to be orange? What feeling are you trying to create? For anyone who wants to be creative with the use of color, Design and Decorate Color Schemes explains quickly and simply why certain colors work well together and how to mix and match. It provides practical advice accompanied by gorgeous photography and exciting decorating ideas for all budgets and tastes. Lesley Taylor shows how to alter the mood of any room simply by clever use of color. Whether you're starting from scratch or simply doing a quick makeover, this book can help create the feeling you're looking for.

Guide to the Social Work Practicum: A Team Approach

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rogers, Gayla / Collins, Donald / Barlow, Constance A., PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, A useful book that guides social work students through the field practicum, this text offers words of wisdom, practical applications, reflective exercises, and helpful suggestions for all members of the practicum team--the student, practicum instructor, and practicum liaison. It includes well-developed tools and techniques that focus the student's learning in a range of critical arenas leading to the development of competent and confident social work professionals. GUIDE TO THE SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM can be used as a self-study guide for students in distance education programs or distant field placements; as a textbook in a practicum seminar; or by students and practicum instructors as a manual that supports maximizing the learning value from the supervisory relationship.

Letters to President Clinton: Biblical Lessons on Faith and

ISBN: , SKU: , PUBLISHER: Sterling Publishing Co Inc, "The President and the Rabbi" celebrates a unique chapter in the annals of both political and religious history: a written dialogue between prominent American Orthodox rabbi Menachem Genack and former President Bill Clinton that spanned more than 15 years. The two men first met when then-governor Clinton was just beginning his road to the presidency; as their friendship deepened, the rabbi started sending Clinton brief essays highlighting spiritual insights from the Bible to help him navigate difficult decisions and issues. During his second term, the president asked Genack to write these pieces more regularly and formally, and the rabbi invited many of his distinguished acquaintances--Bible scholars, political leaders, scientists, clergy members, and laypeople--to contribute. This inspirational collection gathers more than 100 of these mini-sermons, organized by theme-expressions of the contemporary but universal messages found in the Bible's ancient wisdom--and featuring a foreword by Clinton himself.

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