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The Lotus Eaters

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Soli, Tatjana, PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Griffin, In the final days of a falling Saigon, "The Lotus Eaters" unfolds the song>toong>ry of three remarkable phoong>toong>graphers brought ong>toong>gether under the impossible umbrella of war: Helen Adams, a once-naive ingenue whose ambition conflicts with her desire over the course of the fighting; Linh, the mysterious Vietnamese man who ong>loveong>s her, but is ong>toong>rn between conflicting loyalties ong>toong> his homeland and his heart; and Sam Darrow, a man addicted ong>toong> the narcotic of violence, ong>toong> his inong>toong>xicating affair with Helen and ong>toong> the ever-increasing danger of his job. All three become transformed by the conflict they have risked everything ong>toong> record. In this much-heralded debut, Tatjana Soli creates a searing portrait of three souls trapped by their impossible passions, contrasting the wrenching horror of combat and the treachery of obsession with the redemptive power of ong>loveong>.

Deciding as a Christian

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Singer-ong>Toong>wns, Brian / Saint Mary's Press, PUBLISHER: Saint Mary's Press, Minicourse appropriate for grades 9-10 Deciding as a Christian provides young people with an opportunity ong>toong> practice moral decision-making skills in real-life situations. The course directly builds on the material presented in the core course Called ong>toong> Live the Gospel. In this minicourse the participants explore a variety of moral dilemmas through case studies and simulations. Then through presentations and discussions, the Catholic faith response is clearly applied ong>toong> each situation. Young people who experience Deciding as a Christian will be better equipped ong>toong> handle some of life's ong>toong>ughest decisions with confidence, guided by the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Tradition of the Catholic Church.

Commissioning of Offshore Oil and Gas Projects: The

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bendiksen, Trond / Young, Geoff, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, You have never seen a book like this before The information, data and presentation scheme make this book unique The book describes the utmost importance of thorough planning and preparations ong>toong> streamline the execution of your project, in order ong>toong> avoid the spectacular cost and schedule overruns often encountered on ong>toong>day's mega-projects in the oil and gas industry. It explains, in practical terms, which strategic principles, ong>toong>ols, techniques, structure and organization you need ong>toong> have in place ong>toong> assure yourself that your project will meet the cost and schedule targets. The book focuses on the all-important Commissioning phase, the stage of the game where all the poor planning and preparations manifest themselves as costly delays. The book should be mandaong>toong>ry on all project managers' desks, and in all management students' curriculums.

Personal Finance (with Infotrac) [With Infotrac]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Goldsmith, Elizabeth B., PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, This text presents the fundamentals of personal financial planning and money management with a focus on application. Intended for a non-majors elective course, the text covers the need-ong>toong>-know information thoroughly at a level and depth that is manageable for the student. Unique ong>toong> this text is a chapter on life expenses and the cost of caring for others.

Principles of Accounting, Chapters 1-14

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kimmel, Paul D. / Weygandt, Jerry J. / Kieso, Donald E., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, This book starts with a macro view of accounting information by presenting real financial statements. The authors establish how financial statements communicate the financing, operation, and investing activities of a business. ong>Toong> integrate the use of financial statements for decision making, the authors identify a finite set of ong>toong>ols necessary ong>toong> make business decisions based on financial information. The Decision ong>Toong>olkit is provided for the reader and integrated throughout the text.

The Animator's Survival Kit: A Manual of Methods, Principles

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Williams, Richard, PUBLISHER: Faber & Faber, The definitive book on animation, from the Academy Award-winning animaong>toong>r behind "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" Animation is one of the hottest areas of filmmaking ong>toong>day--and the master animaong>toong>r who bridges the old generation and the new is Richard Williams. During his fifty years in the business, Williams has been one of the true innovaong>toong>rs, winning three Academy Awards and serving as the link between Disney's golden age of animation by hand and the new computer animation exemplified by "ong>Toong>y Song>toong>ry." Perhaps even more important, though, has been his dedication in passing along his knowledge ong>toong> a new generation of animaong>toong>rs so that they in turn could push the medium in new directions. In this book, based on his sold-out master classes in the United States and across Europe, Williams provides the underlying principles of animation that every animaong>toong>r--from beginner ong>toong> expert, classic animaong>toong>r ong>toong> computer animation whiz --needs. Urging his readers ong>toong> "invent but be believable," he illustrates his points with hundreds of drawings, distilling the secrets of the masters inong>toong> a working system in order ong>toong> create a book that will become the standard work on all forms of animation for professionals, students, and fans.

The British Campaign in France and Flanders

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doyle, Arthur Conan, PUBLISHER: University Press of the Pacific, CONTENTS: January ong>toong> July The Battle of the Somme Attack of the Seventh and Eight Corps on Gommecourt, Serre, and Beaumont Hamel Attack of the Tenth and Third Corps, July The Attack of the Fifteenth and Thirteenth Corps, July From July 2 ong>toong> July The Breaking of the Second Line. July July 14 ong>toong> July 31 The Operations of Gough's Army upon the Northern Flank up ong>toong> September 15 August 1 ong>toong> September 15 Breaking the Third Line, September 15 From September 15 ong>toong> the Battle of the Ancre The Gaining of the Thiepval Ridge The Battle of the Ancre. November

The Obsession Reflections on the Tyranny of Slenderness

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kim Chernin, PUBLISHER: Harper Collins, NA

The Essential Dalai Lama: His Important Teachings

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dalai Lama / Mehrotra, Rajiv, PUBLISHER: Viking Books, An inspiration ong>toong> millions of people worldwide, the Dalai Lama has long wanted one book that he could recommend as a basic sourcebook for his essential ideas. Now, for the first time, "The Essential Dalai Lama" brings ong>toong>gether the best of the Dalai Lamaas writings on all aspects of life from work ong>toong> meditation. Divided inong>toong> four sectionsaThe Vision, Buddhist Perspectives, Practice, A World in Harmonya"The Essential Dalai Lama" contains eloquent applications of the principles of ancient Buddhist thought ong>toong> contemporary issues, all expressed in the Dalai Lamaas uniquely compelling voice. Covering ong>toong>pics such as the quest for human happiness, foundations of Buddhism, Karma, focusing the mind, ethics and society, the Buddhist perspective on the teachings of Jesus, and much more, "The Essential Dalai Lama" will be the perfect gift for anyone who wishes ong>toong> have one source for the Dalai Lamaas teachings or who seeks an introduction ong>toong> the philosophy and practice of Buddhism.

The pretenders - the singles + unplugged

Tiong>toong>lo [The Singles + Unplugged] Artista/i [The Pretenders] Traccie [1 Song>toong>p Your Sobbing 2 Kid 3 Brass In Pocket 4 Talk Of The ong>Toong>wn 5 I Go ong>Toong> Sleep 6 Day After Day 7 Message Of ong>Loveong> 8 Back On The Chain Gang 9 Middle Of The Road Miles 11 Show (cod. I_)

Value Investing: From Graham to Buffett and Beyond

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greenwald, Bruce C. / Kahn, Judd / Sonkin, Paul D., PUBLISHER: John Wiley & Sons, From the "guru ong>toong> Wall Street's gurus" comes the fundamental techniques of value investing and their applications Bruce Greenwald is one of the leading authorities on value investing. Some of the savviest people on Wall Street have taken his Columbia Business School executive education course on the subject. Now this dynamic and popular teacher, with some colleagues, reveals the fundamental principles of value investing, the one investment technique that has proven itself consistently over time. After covering general techniques of value investing, the book proceeds ong>toong> illustrate their applications through profiles of Warren Buffett, Michael Price, Mario Gabellio, and other successful value invesong>toong>rs. A number of case studies highlight the techniques in practice. Bruce C. N. Greenwald (New York, NY) is the Robert Heilbrunn Professor of Finance and Asset Management at Columbia University. Judd Kahn, PhD (New York, NY), is a member of Morningside Value Invesong>toong>rs. Paul D. Sonkin (New York, NY) is the investment manager of the Hummingbird Value Fund. Michael van Biema (New York, NY) is an Assistant Professor at the Graduate School of Business, Columbia University. Acquista Ora

Level 42 - Level 42 Master series

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Commonwealth Caribbean Public Law

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fiadjoe, Albert, PUBLISHER: Routledge Cavendish, Taking a critical look at the major areas of constitutional and administrative law, Commonwealth Caribbean Public Law places a firm emphasis on the protection of citizens' rights and good governance. The third edition of this book builds on the success of the previous two editions, setting-out the established legal principles through Caribbean cases, along with critique and commentary of the law where appropriate. Contemporary issues and changes in Caribbean public law are addressed including: the refining of the rules governing judicial review; recent cases dealing with the death penalty; and the likely impact on CARICOM initiatives on the rights of citizens.

The Art of Nature Photography: Perfect Your Pictures

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Benvie, Niall, PUBLISHER: Amphoong>toong> Books, This definitive, up-ong>toong>-the-minute book on the popular field of nature phoong>toong>graphy instructs the reader in the techniques needed ong>toong> create stunning images based on the very latest camera and computer innovations.

Ethics in Research

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gregory, Ian, PUBLISHER: Continuum, This book encourages reflection upon the inescapable ethical dimensions of the conduct of research. Gregory explores how ethical concerns inform not only the conduct of research but how they enter inong>toong> the very decision ong>toong> engage in a piece of research, the interpretation of data and what is done with research findings. Issues arising from the ong>reflectionsong> of the text will be brought ong>toong> bear upon the character of the researcher, the place (if any) of codes in practice for researchers and whether if in deference ong>toong> ethical considerations there are limitations upon what can be countenanced in the name of research.>

The Rottweiler Today

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Elsden, Judy / Elsden, Larry, PUBLISHER: Howell Books, This contemporary view focuses on the temperament of the Rottweiler and the importance of understanding how its mind works. Drawing on thirty years of experience in the breed, the authors provide a complete guide ong>toong> character and behavior traits and illustrate the correct way ong>toong> rear, train, and show the dog.

The Names of Plants

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gledhill, David / Gledhill, D., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, This book provides both a handy reference ong>toong> the scientific names of plants and a clearly written account of the ways in which the naming of plants has changed with time and why these changes were necessary. It deals with the problems of using common names for plants against the hisong>toong>rical background of our increasing discrimination of kinds of plants. It then goes on ong>toong> consider landmarks in the standardization of both common and 'scientific' names and the development of internationally agreed principles governing the format and use of names in botany, sylviculture, agriculture and horticulture. From the alphabetical list the reader may interpret the scientific names of plants from any part of the world. For this second edition a number of changes and corrections in both parts have been made. The author has attempted ong>toong> keep the first part acceptable ong>toong> the amateur gardener by resisting a temptation ong>toong> make it a definite guide ong>toong> the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature. Others have done this already and with great clarity. Revision has allowed the inclusion of a brief comment on both synonymous and illegitimate botanical names and reference ong>toong> recent attempts ong>toong> accommodate the various traits and interests in the naming and names of cultivated plants.

The Bhsai Course Companion

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: French, Jo, PUBLISHER: J. A. Allen, The British Horse Society Assistant Instrucong>toong>r's Certificate is the basic qualification for the teaching of riding in the UK. An ever-rising number of candidates apply every year, as the horse world increasingly recognizes the value of an examination structure dedicated ong>toong> improving the level of instruction for the public, as well as the improved well-being of the horse and pony population. This book presents a summary of the syllabus, ong>toong>gether with the required information, covering areas such as stable management, saddlery, psychology, physiology, health, riding, and teaching. There is also advice on how ong>toong> approach the various parts of the examination, as well as test questions.

Physics of Materials

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Quere, Yves / Quere, Y. / Quere, Quere, PUBLISHER: CRC Press, Few areas of science are as interdisciplinary as materials science. Chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, and mathematics each play a part within it. The role of physics is ong>toong> describe the objects, effects and phenomena at different scales (micro-, meso-, and macroscopic) as precisely as possible. Physics of Materials addresses this description at the elementary level. Based on an undergraduate level course taught at the Ecole Polytechnique, France, the main emphasis is on the conduction related phenomena (electronic properties) and the plastic behavior (ionic properties) of materials, such as metals and alloys, semiconducong>toong>rs, and ceramics. It assumes a basic grounding in statistical physics, quantum mechanics and elasticity but does not require prior knowledge of solid-state physics, ong>toong> which it will serve as a useful introduction. The presentation of the course is followed by several examination problems, with solutions, which cover various specific applications of the general concepts and which will enable readers ong>toong> test their understanding of these concepts.

Colloquial Tamil: The Complete Course for Beginners

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Asher, Ron / Annamalai, E. / Asher, R. E., PUBLISHER: Routledge, Colloquial Tamil is easy ong>toong> use and completely up ong>toong> date. Specially written by experienced teachers for self-study and class use, the course offers you a step-by-step approach ong>toong> spoken Tamil. While emphasis is placed on colloquial spoken Tamil, you are given a useful introduction ong>toong> formal speech and the written language as well. What makes Colloquial Tamil your best choice in personal language learning? emphasis on authentic conversational language clear explanations on how ong>toong> pronounce and write the language helpful grammar notes and reference grammar comprehensive vocabulary lists (Tamil-English and English-Tamil) lively illustrations and fascinating cultural insights throughout. By the end of this rewarding course you will be able ong>toong> communicate confidently and effectively in Tamil in a broad range of everyday situations. Accompanying audio material is available ong>toong> purchase separately on CD/MP3 format, or comes included in the great value Colloquials Pack. Recorded by native Tamil speakers, this material is designed ong>toong> help improve pronunciation, listening and speaking skills.

The Pocket Patriot: An Introduction to the Principles of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Grant, George E., PUBLISHER: Cumberland House Publishing, The Pocket Patriot is a citizenship primer for a new generation of Americans. It includes such important documents as the Mayflower Compact and the Declaration of Independence, as well as sketches of the lives of the presidents, including the largely unknown American presidents.

An Easy Guide to Ayurveda: The Natural Way to Wholeness

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davis, Roy Eugene, PUBLISHER: CSA Press (GA), Ayurveda is an Indian approach ong>toong> health based on a knowledge (veda) of the source of all life (ayur), which are the spiritual energies that nurture our physical, emotional, and mental bodies. Our awareness flows more easily and we can express our true potential more freely when our mental, emotional, and physical vehicles are at their most favorable levels of functional efficiency. This helpful book explains how ong>toong> experience inner balance and authentic spiritual growth, based on ancient practices and principles of ayurdeva. The book includes insights inong>toong> using colors, gems, metals, and mantras ong>toong> enhance wellness.

Making a Difference: Leadership and Academic Libraries

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hernon, Peter / Rossiter, Nancy, PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, Leadership is separate from, but integral ong>toong>, management; and library direcong>toong>rs ong>toong>day and for the foreseeable future can be expected ong>toong> play an institutional role as they lead the library ong>toong> contribute ong>toong>wards the mission of their college and university. Similarly, new courses in library leadership now accompany more traditional ones on managing organizations and information resources. However, much of the literature on LIS leadership represents a distilled application of principles and practices borrowed from other disciplines, with few reports of research from the library field. Conceived as a companion ong>toong> "The Next Library Leadership" (Libraries Unlimited, ), "Making a Difference" includes not only a discussion of effective attributes, but of issues central ong>toong> the development of leadership qualities, strategies, and dispositions. Essential reading for anyone interested in advancing the quality of leadership within LIS, particularly academic librarians in or aspiring ong>toong> positions of managerial leadership.

Larenopfer

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zayas, Alfred / Rilke, Rainer Maria, PUBLISHER: Red Hen Press, Rene Maria Rilke was born in Prague on 4 December and died near Montreux in Switzerland, on 29 December . The foremost lyric German poet of the 20th century, he is remembered primarily for his "Duino Elegies," the "Sonnets ong>toong> Orpheus," the "Neue Gedichte," the "Buch der Bilder," the "Stundenbuch," and the "Cornet." Although his mature poetry has been translated inong>toong> many languages, his early poetry remains accessible only in the original German. This translation of the Larenopfer, or offerings ong>toong> the Lares, the Roman household deities, are songs that Rilke sings ong>toong> his homeong>toong>wn Prague and ong>toong> his beong>loveong>d Bohemia, short poems on the parks, fountains, churches, bridges and palaces of Prague, not forgetting Rabbi Low's legends, the Jewish cemetery, the Thirty Years' War and, of course, young ong>loveong>. This cycle of 90 poems offers the reader a unique view inong>toong> Rilke's fascinating world, the turn-of-the-century atmosphere of Prague, then the third largest city in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Here a young German of the ruling bourgeoisie shows great appreciation for contemporary Czech literary works and enthusiasm for the cause of Czech cultural identity. The Larenopfer possesses not only literary merit but is also of considerable sociological and hisong>toong>rical interest.

The Dragons of Expectation: Reality and Delusion in Course

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Conquest, Robert, PUBLISHER: W. W. Norong>toong>n & Company, The publication of "The Dragons of Expectation" in reaffirmed Robert Conquest's stature as a leading intellectual and one of the world's great humanists. In the tradition of Isaiah Berlin's "The Crooked Timber of Humanity" and George Orwell's "Essays," this book brilliantly traces how seductive ideas have come ong>toong> corrupt modern minds; ong>toong> often disastrous effects. In what "Publishers Weekly" called "a frontal assault on the pieties of the left," Conquest masterfully examines how false nostrums have infected academia, politicians, and the public, showing how their reliance on "isms" and the destructive concepts of "People, Nation, and Masses" have resulted in a ruinous cycle of turbulence and war. Including fresh analyses of Russia's Ocong>toong>ber Revolution, World War II, and the Cold War, "The Dragons of Expectation" is one of the most important contributions ong>toong> modern thought in recent years.

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