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Who's Who in the Age of Alexander the Great: Prosopography

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Heckel, Waldemar, PUBLISHER: Wiley-Blackwell, This book contains concise biographies of over 800 individuals known from the literary and epigraphic sources for the age of Alexander. Covers significant figures, ranging from leading commanders in Alexander's army to the nobles and regional leaders of the Persian empire whom he encountered on his epic campaign The only complete collection of its kind in English Gives complete and balanced biographies, extending beyond the death of Alexander in 323 BC where relevant Contains a full index and a concordance giving the variant names found in the ancient sources

User Participation in Building Design and Management

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kernahano, David / Kernoham, David / Joiner, Duncan, PUBLISHER: Architectural Press, Now available in paperback, this book addresses the need for building users and providers to work together to solve the design and management problems that persistently beset them. It describes a generic process of building evaluation, which brings the two groups into dialogue about the quality of buildings, and provides step by step guidance on how to use it. It illustrates many applications of the process, providing benefits in the briefing and programming of building projects, the selection of building accommodation and the maintenance of occupied buildings. This process, which is designed to be adapted to the specific needs of the people involved in it and for use in different situations, has been tested in several countries and found to be practical and cost effective. It is equally useful for any type and size of facility, for design proposals in preparation and for buildings in use. It can be applied to almost every built form or space. This book is an essential tool for design and management professionals, offering them opportunities to extend their services in response to the growing expectations and demands of building users. It also enables building users to articulate their needs and demands for quality accommodation, and to gain power in dealings with people who supply buildings.

The First Easter

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Skarmeas, Nancy / Benson, Leslie, PUBLISHER: Candy Cane Press, Through simple words and straightforward sentences, this beautifully illustrated story of Jesus' final days, his crucifixion, and his resurrection provides an introduction to the wonderful message of Easter. The story, taken from the Gospels, incorporates Jesus' words directly from the King James Version of the Bible. Magnificent paintings, rendered in oil on canvas, lend a visual richness to this serious subject, whereas the exquisite design and artistic elements on the page evoke just the right feel for children.

Handbook of Selected Supreme Court Cases for Criminal

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, Roger LeRoy, PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, This supplementary handbook covers almost 40 landmark cases, each of which includes a full case citation, an introduction, a summary from WestLaw, excerpts from the case, and the decision. The updated edition includes Hamdi v. Rumsfeld, Roper v. Simmons, Ring v. Arizona, Atkins v. Virginia, Illinois v. Caballes, and much more.

Advice and Support: The Early Years,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Spector, Ronald H., PUBLISHER: University Press of the Pacific, The present volume describes the activities of the U.S. Army in Vietnam during World War II, military advice and assistance to the French government during the immediate postwar years, and the advisory program that developed after the Geneva Agreements of . Its scope ranges from high-level policy decisions to low-echelon advisory operations in the field, presented against a background of relevant military and political developments. The author enjoyed access to the official records of the period and examined personal papers, interviews, other documentary sources, and miscellaneous published materials. Useful not only as a study of military assistance but as a view of the Army as an agent of national policy, this volume is a fitting introduction to the overall study of the conflict in Vietnam.

The Easter Story: From the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Johnson, Cathy Ann / Tommy Nelson Publishers, PUBLISHER: Thomas Nelson Publishers, This scriptural telling of the first Easter is from the International Children's Bible, using only straight Bible text from the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The pure message and endearing illustrations will help you discover the true meaning of Easter. Perfect for families to read together.

The German Element in the War of American Independence

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greene, George Washington, PUBLISHER: Janaway Publishing, Inc., This work consists primarily of three parts: A biography of Baron Von Steuben; a biography of General John Kaib; and approximately 40 pages devoted to a discussion of the German Mercenaries. The author's narrative also provides the reader not only biographical information on Von Steuben and Kaib, but advances a focused insight into the German contribution to both the American and British efforts. Paperback, (), reprint pp.

Choice and Democratic Order: The French Socialist Party,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Graham, B. D. / Graham, Bruce Desmond, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Choice and Democratic Order describes the history of the French Socialist Party (the SFIO) during the breakdown of peace in the late s, the period of the Vichy regime, and the postwar reconstruction. The focus of the study is on the party's leadership group and, in particular, how it was affected by several phases of internal conflict, the most serious of which occurred in and in . Professor Graham emphasizes the continuities between the pre- and postwar periods, and his approach enables the reader to observe major figures such as Leon Blum and Guy Mollet working within the complex structures of their party.

Microsoft Visual C++: Programmers Guide [With *]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zaratian, Beck / Zaratian, PUBLISHER: Microsoft Press, The latest edition of this popular programming tutorial, previously published as the "Microsoft Visual C++ Owner's Manual", offers a fresh approach and comprehensive discussion of issues around using the latest version of Microsoft Visual C++. It will appeal to new users, developers coming from another language or implementation, and upgraders from earlier versions. They will learn in detail about the components of the new development environment and techniques for setting up development projects, especially in multiple developer environments. The book is supplemented by many example programs and projects that illustrate text explanations. When fast isn't fast enough for your application or component development, turn to Visual C++ 6.0 and the "Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 Programmer's Guide", the complete user's guide to all the Visual C++ programming tools. "Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 Programmer's Guide" topics include: An overview of Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 for new users and developers familiar with other languages and implementations Issues in setting up development projects Development environment components Example applications, reusable code for components, controls, and other projects.

Ears of the Angels: Healing the Sounds Heard and Unheard of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Deena Zalkind Spear, PUBLISHER: Singing Woods Press, This is the story of violin maker Deena Zalkind Spear, who developed innovative physical methods to enhance the sounds of violins, violas, and cellos -- and then discovered she could transform the acoustics of musical instruments more effectively by using only her mind and a loving heart. Ultimately, she developed telepathic sound-tuning abilities that help humans and animals change their energy fields to create better health.

The Doctoral Examination Process: A Handbook for Students,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tinkler, Penny / Tinkler, Carolyn / Jackson, Carolyn, PUBLISHER: Open University Press, The Ph.D. examination process has been "secret" and "mystifying"--but this book sheds light on the process. The authors provide students, supervisors, and examiners with constructive ways of understanding, preparing for, and undertaking the Ph.D. examination. This book is informed by four years of research on the experiences and practices of academics and candidates across disciplines and from across Britain. Valuable for everyone involved in Ph.D. examinations.

Kane and Abel

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Archer, Jeffrey, PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Press, William Lowell Kane and Abel Rosnovski, one the son of a Boston millionaire, the other a penniless polish immigrant-born on the same day near the turn of the century on opposite sides of the world-are brought together by fate and the quest of a dream. Two men - ambitious, powerful, ruthless - are locked in a relentless struggle to build an empire, fueled by their all-consuming hatred. Over sixty years and three generations, through war, marriage, fortune, and disaster, Kane and Abel battle for the success and triumph that only one man can have...

Lord of the Rings Brooch Elven Leaf Brooch (silver plated)

A reproduction of the leaf brooch worn by the members of the Fellowship of the Ring from the movie trilogy The Lord of the Rings is now available in silver plated metal with rich green enameling. This inspiring and beautiful piece symbolizes the spirit and bond of those entrusted to save Middle-Earth.

The New Premises of the European Central Bank/Der Neubau Der

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schmal, Peter Cachola / Flagge, Ingeborg, PUBLISHER: Birkhauser, The European Central Bank one of the most significant European projects in recent years. The new building of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt is attracting considerable international attention and not simply because of the client's political weight. Located on the site of the listed Grossmarkthalle (central market hall), the headquarters of the ECB is scheduled for completion by and will become a new landmark for Frankfurt. This book presents in text and image all the projects entered into the international competition. Amongst the participants are renowned architectural firms including Arup, Behnisch, Coop Himmelb(l)au, van Egeraat, Gehry, gmp, OMA, Perrault, SOM, UN Studio, Vi oly. The editors provide two critical contributions which discuss the design proposals within the context of a worldwide architectural debate. The particular value of this documentation lies in the unusual diversity of contemporary trends in large-scale architecture and high-rise building presented, and the wide spectrum of creative and technological features available for high profile projects of today.

Inside Visual C++ [With Contains Sample Source Code &

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kruglinski, David / Kruglinski / Shepherd, George, PUBLISHER: Microsoft Press, Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 is the latest version of the industry-standard programming language for professionals. And "Programming Visual C++, Fifth Edition", is the newest edition of the book that's become the industry-standard text. Newly expanded and updated, it offers the same detailed, comprehensive coverage that's consistently made this title the best overall explanation of the capabilities of this powerful, complex development tool. "Programming Visual C++, Fifth Edition", delivers authoritative guidance on: Fundamentals GDI, event handling, dialog boxes, memory management, SDI and MDI, printing, and help. Advanced topics: multithreading, DIBs, ODBC, and DLLs COM creating document objects, ActiveX Controls, and components; automation; and using wizards and compiler extensions that support COM C++ programming for the Internet Windows Sockets, MFC WinInet, and ISAPI extension programs for Microsoft Internet Information Server. An enclosed CD-ROM contains valuable sample source code and sample applications developed for the book-all of which makes this volume an indispensable tool that every professional will keep close at hand. Building on the solid achievements of its predecessors, the latest edition provides important new coverage, including: An overview of control development with ATL A full discussion of the latest database programming enhancements A valuable explanation of recent COM improvements A comprehensive examination of Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 controls.

Insights of Genius: Imagery and Creativity in Science and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, Arthur I., PUBLISHER: MIT Press (MA), How can new knowledge be created from already existing knowledge? "Insights of Genius" shows how seeing is central to the greatest advances of the human intellect. Artists and scientists alike rely on visual representations of worlds both visible and invisible. "Insights of Genius, " first published by Copernicus in , explores the creative leaps that led some of the greatest scientists and artists to dramatically transform how we understand nature. The scope of figures runs from Galileo and da Vinci to Einstein and Picasso. Focusing on the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, the age of modern art and modern physics, the book travels through the philosophy of mind and language, cognitive science, neurophysiology, and art history. "Insights of Genius" discusses intuition, aesthetics, realism, representation, metaphors, and visual imagery. Allied to these concepts are causality, relativity, energy conservation, entropy, the correspondence principle, scientific creativity, and Cubism. Running through the book is the idea that science extends our intuition from common sense to an understanding of a world beyond our perception.

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.

The Cadence of the Neighboring Tribe

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ballerini, Luigi, PUBLISHER: Sun & Moon, One of the most renowned of the contemporary Italian poets, Luigi Ballerini has been Chair of the Italian Department at UCLA and New York University, and has previously published Out of London Press. Shakespearian Rags, published in , and The Cadence of the Neighboring Tribe are his only books to be translated into English. His Italian collections include Che oror l'orient, La Sacra Emilia e altre poesie, Che Figurato Muore, and Il terzo gode, upon which this new translation is based. He is also one of the editors of this season's The Audience in the Labyrinth (page 281).

The Sport Psych Handbook

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Murphy, Shane, PUBLISHER: Human Kinetics Publishers, Athletes' physiques and conditioning levels have advanced significantly in the past decade. Now, it's time for their mental prowess to catch up. "The Sport Psych Handbook" makes significant performance improvement possible through training the mind to parallel the body's enhanced development. Experts covering each facet of the mental game present research-based, field-tested approaches to enhance individual and team performance. More specifically, this comprehensive guide will give athletes breakthrough methods to do the following: -Optimize inner drive for training and competition -Maintain emotional and mental control for unwavering focus -Improve communication skills for better leadership and teamwork -Avoid and overcome slumps, injuries, and other challenges to a successful seasonComplement your physical skills with sharper mental skills. Make "The Sport Psych Handbook" part of your training arsenal, and start performing to your potential.

The Role and Impact of the Internet on Library and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Liu, Lewis-Guodo, PUBLISHER: Praeger, Since that time, the literature on the Internet and its impact on and role in libraries and research has exploded. A simple keyword search in " Library Literature and Information Index," a primary electronic index of library and information science research literature, retrieves over items related to the Internet. The dominance of the Internet not only provides great opportunities for libraries to provide better services, but also poses tremendous challenges to librarians and library and information science scholars. This volume includes discussions of current issues and trends, written by scholars and practitioners in the fields of library and information science, computer science, and computer engineering.

Globalization and the Developing Countries: Emerging

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Isaac, Grant / Bigman, D. / Bigman, David, PUBLISHER: CABI Publishing, The globalization process and the internal policy reforms that the developing countries have implemented during the past decade have changed the relative prices of practically all their inputs and outputs. Agricultural producers have therefore been forced to change the structure and methods of their production. The objective of this book is to review the impact of globalization on a number of issues. These include the effects of changes in global trading rules and regulations, the removal of trade barriers and the elimination of many country-specific trade agreements.

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 to character and behavior traits and illustrate the correct way to rear, train, and show the dog.

Guide to the University of Florida and Gainesville

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McCarthy, Kevin / Laurie, Murray / Hartigan, Karelisa V., PUBLISHER: Pineapple Press (FL), - Each significant building on campus and in town is pictured and described here, with information on its history, architecture, location, and present use - Gainesville boasts charming historic neighborthoods and a vibrant down-town entertainment district - This book will introduce everyone to the unique places and character of the university and the Gainesville area

Create Your Own European Adventure: Leave the Guidebooks at

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shearer, Clive, PUBLISHER: Newjoy Press, A book for independent travelers. All the nitty-gritty details of getting around Europe with a backpack and a sense of adventure. The author draws on his own extensive experience of travel in Europe and comes up with a handbook that saves money and hassles. Travelers who prefer other types of travel can also benefit from much of the information.

The Scandal of Gender

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mitchell, Patrick, PUBLISHER: Regina Orthodox Press, What did the Fathers of the historic Church teach about the role of women in the Church? For many years the answer to this question has come from feminist theologians. It has been difficult to find a book that presents what the Church Fathers and the Scriptures teach on women and men's role in the life of the Church. The Scandal of Gender brings us into direct contact with the authentic and original teachings of the ancient Christian Church Fathers on the issue of the proper role of women and men in the life of the Church. The point of view of the Reader Patrick Mitchell reflects the traditional Orthodox point of view of the Early Church Fathers and the Bible.

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