S.V. Smith

自Adam Smith的《國富論》於1776年出版以來，經濟學在歷經兩百多年的淬練與不斷修正後，現已成為一門系統化的知識與社會科學的重要顯學之一。然而一般討論經濟學的書籍，不是廣泛運用複雜精深的數學，使有興趣者望而生畏，就是將彼此間的相關性進行切割，導致讀者觀念片斷缺乏連貫性，而無法落實窺其堂奧的效果。 此外，隨著經濟金融環境遽變，促使經濟問題日益複雜化，並帶動經濟理論的發展一日千里，因而相

本書的中心命題，是透過嚴復1854-1921譯案亞當史密斯(Adam Smith,1729-90)的《原富》(或譯為《國富論》,1776年出版),(1)來瞭解西洋經濟學書在中文詞彙與概念尚不足夠的情況下，是用哪種詞語和「思想方式」傳入的？(2)從追求富強的角度來看，這本以提倡「自由放任」、「反重商主義」、「最小政府」為主旨的《國富論》，對清末的世界和積弱的經濟，產生了哪些影響與作用？為何以嚴復和《

A forgotten book by one of history's greatest thinkers reveals the surprising connections between happiness, virtue, fame, and fortune.Adam Smith may have become the patron saint of capitalism after h

The second title in the laugh-out-loud series of picture books starring Bad Apple, a truly terrible piece of fruit. Bad Apple is back and grumpier than ever after his run-in with Snake, who graciously spat him out with just a warning. Granny Smith and her posse of golden apples step in to teach him a lesson.But Bad Apple stoops to a new low and seals them up in a delicious apple crumble... In the second instalment of Huw Lewis Jones's hilarious new series of picture books, a truly terrible piece of fruit is once more wreaking havoc far beyond the rim of the fruit bowl. Bad Apple's behaviour is so outrageous, even his own Granny Smith gangs up on him.Illustrated in a deadpan, painterly style by Ben Sanders, Apple Grumble will entertain the entire family.

Before Pocahontas saved John Smith . . . she was a girl ready to explore!Pocahontas is always looking for an adventure. When Nakoma’s younger brother falls ill and the tribe’s healer needs a special h

"The B on your Thumb is clever, engaging, educational and fun. I wish I had thought of it."—Craig Smith, author / songwriter of The Wonky DonkeyThe B on Your Thumb is a book of 60 hilariously illustra

From the international bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith. Mr Penguin is boarding a luxury cruis

The official art book for the animated movie Spies in Disguise.Super spy Lance Sterling (Will Smith) and scientist Walter Beckett (Tom Holland) are almost exact opposites. Lance is smooth, suave and d

From the international bestselling creator of Claude comes a brand new hero: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this new Alex T. Smith series.Follow Mr Penguin and Colin as they crash-l

Penguins aren’t the only animals with problems…. A second hilarious collaboration from picture-book superstars Lane Smith and Jory John! Can you guess what’s making this giraffe self-conscious? Could

From the international bestselling creator of Claude, comes a brand new hero - Mr Penguin, adventurer and penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this new Alex T. Smith series with plenty of sl

A New York Times bestsellerFor millions of people, travel by air is a confounding, uncomfortable, and even fearful experience. Patrick Smith, airline pilot and author of the popular website www.askthe

Penelope. Immortalised in legend and myth as the devoted wife of the glorious Odysseus, silently weaving and unpicking and weaving again as she waits for her husband''s return.Now Penelope wanders the underworld, spinning a different kind of thread: her own side of the story - a tale of lust, greed and murder.The Myths series brings together some of the world''s finest writers, each of whom has retold a myth in a contemporary and memorable way. Authors in the series include Karen Armstrong, Margaret Atwood, A.S. Byatt, David Grossman, Natsuo Kirino, Alexander McCall Smith, Philip Pullman, Ali Smith and Jeanette Winterson.

本書特色 材料為萬物之母，掌握材料即能掌握萬物特性。唯有使用特性極佳的材料與控制精確的製程，才能擁有品質穩定的產品。對於材料的研究堪稱為科技發展進步的關鍵。 材料科學與工程即是一門能協助學子通往康莊大道的重要基礎學科。其內涵由基礎的物理與化學，延伸至各種工程應用。William F. Smith 與 Javad Hashemi 所著的 Foundations of Materials Scie

John Maynard Keynes (1883-1946) is perhaps the foremost economic thinker of the twentieth century. On economic theory, he ranks with Adam Smith and Karl Marx; and his impact on how economics was pract

HILO’s BA-ACK—in this funny New York Times bestselling full-color middle-grade graphic novel series that Bone creator Jeff Smith calls “delightful” and Big Nate author Lincoln Peirce says “Every kid w

Starring Ben Whishaw, Charlotte Rampling and Jim Broadbent, this gripping, contemporary, emotional thriller from Tom Rob Smith, bestselling author of Child 44 and The Farm, tells the story of a chance

HILO’s BA-ACK—in this funny, action-packed, full-color new middle-grade graphic novel series thatBone creator Jeff Smith calls “delightful” and Lincoln Peirce says “every kid will love!” DJ a

Introducing HILO—a funny, action-packed, full-color new middle-grade graphic novel series thatBone creator Jeff Smith calls “delightful.” D.J. and his friend Gina are totally normal kids. But that was

Honoria Smythe-Smith is: A) a really bad violinist B) still miffed at being nicknamed "Bug" as a child C) not in love with her older brother's best friend D) all of the above Marcus Holroyd is: A)

When you follow this course for 35 minutes a day, in six weeks you'll be speaking Japanese!In Fast-Track Japanese, Elisabeth Smith uses her wide teaching experience to create a course that covers just

In just 75 minutes you can learn enough French to get by on your vacation! Elisabeth Smith has used her wide teaching experience to write a fun audio course that teaches you enough to communicate all

Playful and lighthearted with a subversive twist that is signature Lane Smith, IT’S A BOOK is a delightful manifesto on behalf of print in the digital age. This satisfying, perfectly executed picture

Cultural differences increasingly impact our everyday lives. Virtually none of us today interact exclusively with people who look, talk, and behave like we do. David Smith here offers an excellent gui

With an Introduction and Notes by Karl Ashley Smith, University of St Andrews. Illustrations by Hablot K. Browne (Phiz).Mr Dombey is a man obsessed with his firm. His son is groomed from birth to take

Wonky Donkey had a child, it was a little girl. Hee Haw! The laugh-out-loud follow-up to the viral sensation The Wonky Donkey is finally here! Featuring playful verses by Craig Smith and charming illu

暴風來臨前，海面翻湧、風聲呼嘯；兩個兄妹相視一笑，準備迎接大自然的考驗。Brian Floca 的文字精煉而有力，Sydney Smith 的畫面以水色暈染出暴雨的能量與結束後的靜謐。本書不僅描繪天氣的變化，更讓人感受到探索的勇氣與兄妹間默契的力量。當陽光再次灑落，讀者也彷彿與他們一同呼吸新鮮的空氣，重新感受世界的明亮。In a thrilling picture book by Caldecott Medalist Brian Floca and acclaimed illustrator Sydney Smith, young readers will experience the sheer power of a violent thunderstorm and the calm of its aftermath."The power of nature captivates and compels in this phenomenal tale of pushing limits." Kirkus ReviewsA gorgeously illustrated jacketed hardback picture book for children which explores the extraordinary strength and changeability of the natural world, and shines a light on those thrilling new experiences shared with siblings.Join in the journey as two siblings go hand-in-hand to experience the true power of a thunderstorm in their seaside town. They want to witness it all - the rise, the thrill of it all, and then the slow return to calm once the storm has passed and a new day begins.From two extraordinary and internationally

本書由凱迪克獎得主 Lane Smith 創作，是一本充滿動感與參與感的互動朗讀圖畫書。故事從一個再熟悉不過的校園情境出發：學校很有趣，但有時候，就是需要休息一下。即使不是正式下課時間，也可以來一場「現在就要的下課時間」。書中文字不斷邀請孩子大聲喊出「RECESS！」，並跟著做出各種動作與聲音，讓閱讀成為釋放能量的出口。Bestselling and award-winning creator Lane Smith presents an interactive read-aLOUD that invites readers to take a break, run wild with their imaginations, and join in on some good-natured, school-sanctioned shenanigans School is where you go to learn. It is fun. But sometimes you need a little break from all the fun. That is why there is recess. But what if it's not recess time? No problem! You can have a Now Recess, a Really-Need-a-Break Recess, a Wherever-You-Are Recess. It doesn't matter what you call it. Just make sure you shout it: RECESS! Featuring the distinctive humor and beloved art of bestselling Caldecott honoree Lane Smith, this irresistibly fun, interactive read aLOUD is the perfect stress reliever to send kids into fits of giggles and shaking out their wiggles.

The Famous Five are back as a new group of kids head to Kirrin Island to help crack the mystery of the forgotten treasure. Join the Famous Five in this brand-new adventure by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton and featuring original and new characters.'A rip-roaring delight. Captures the spirit of Blyton with a fresh, fun new story.' Anna James, author of Pages and Co and Alice With a WhyCan the new Famous Five catch the thief and find the forgotten treasure before it's too late? Join the original Famous Five and a new group of children in this thrilling adventure series by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton.When Fran, Tom, Maddy and Gilbert the dog stay with Professor George Kirrin for the holidays, they soon find themselves caught up in a robbery of a top-secret treasure map. Professor George will have to tell them about an old case of the Famous Five if they're ever going to catch the thief and rescue the forgotten treasure...The Famous Five

這本由Barry Losery作者Jim Smith創作的新書，保有他一貫幽默的風格，書名與封面都很吸睛。這是一本跟便便有關的書嗎？POO是由書中的三個主角Pedro, Olga, Ozzy的名字字首組成，不管是踩到便便，或是食物像便便，或是三個主角間的吵吵鬧鬧，組成了這本便便日記。書中的用字比較口語但不難，相信可以拉近小孩與書本的距離。From the bestselling creator of Barry Loser comes Jim Smith's brand new full-colour graphic novel series for readers of 7+. My Big Fat Smelly Poo Diary is packed full of friendship, fun and toilet jokes galore! Join best friends Pedro, Olga and Ozzy – otherwise known as the Poopies – on a series of fun adventure stories, and help them solve mysteries of the most unexpected kind… such as the case of the UNFLUSHED POOS. These perfectly bite-sized stories are perfect for fans of Bunny Vs Monkey, Dog Man and InvestiGators.The brand new graphic novel series from the bestselling creator of Barry Loser, Jim Smith A hilarious, fun and witty series of bite-sized stories Striking full-colour art in Jim Smith's trademark style.

Skandar's adventure among the warrior unicorns continues in this "riveting" (Kirkus Reviews) sequel to the instant New York Times and international bestseller Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar Smith has achieved his dream: to train as a unicorn rider. But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island. Meanwhile, Skandar's sister, Kenna, longs to join him, and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar find the key to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late for them all?

Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith. Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up. With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre.A book to treasure and share. Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

A deeply moving and brilliantly idiosyncratic visual book of days by the National Book Award–winning author of Just Kids and M Train. More than 365 images chart Smith’s singular aesthetic -- inspired by her wildly popular Instagram. In 2018, without any plan or agenda for what might happen next, Patti Smith posted her first Instagram photo: her hand with the simple message “Hello Everybody!” Known for shooting with her beloved Land 250 Camera, Smith started posting selfies with her phone, portraits of her kids, her radiator, her boots, and her Abyssinian cat, Cairo. Followers felt an immediate affinity with these miniature windows into Smith’s world, her daily coffee, the books she’s reading, the graves of beloved heroes: William Blake, Dylan Thomas, Sylvia Plath, Simone Weil, and Albert Camus. Over the days and months, a coherent story of a life devoted to art took shape in the extraordinarily personal photographs that chart Smith’s passions, devotions, obsessions, and whi

Rob Ryan is a star of the London arts and crafts scene whose work has succeeded thus far both as fine artwork and as commercial art, design and decoration. His work is irresistibly bright and colorful, and will find universal appeal as a gift book. He will also find an audience in art and design categories, where his artwork is appreciated alongside illustrators like Jean-Philippe Delhomme or Jean Julien, and his commercial work is aligned with such colorful names as Paul Smith, Lulu Guinness, and Liberty of London.The first monograph celebrating the jubilant and romantic artwork of the beloved East London paper-cut artist Rob Ryan.

A dazzling collection of short fiction from the multi-award-winning author of White Teeth and Swing TimeZadie Smith has established herself as one of the most iconic, critically respected, and popular writers of her generation. In her first short story collection, she combines her power of observation and her inimitable voice to mine the fraught and complex experience of life in the modern world. Interleaving eleven completely new and unpublished stories with some of her best-loved pieces from The New Yorker and elsewhere, Smith presents a dizzyingly rich and varied collection of fiction. Moving exhilaratingly across genres and perspectives, from the historic to the vividly current to the slyly dystopian, Grand Union is a sharply alert and prescient collection about time and place, identity and rebirth, the persistent legacies that haunt our present selves and the uncanny futures that rush up to meet us. Nothing is off limits, and everything—when captured by Smith’s brilliant gaze—feel

《紐約時報》暢銷書、《華爾街日報》Top1暢銷書、Amazon.com商業理財暢銷書Top1「吉姆・快克知道如何讓我發揮最大潛能。」――威爾・史密斯 Will Smith跟著威爾・史密斯、史丹・李、《X戰警》團隊、Google、Nike、SpaceX、GE、維珍集團、聯合國、加州理工學院、哈佛大學、奇點大學的腦力教練，學習最重要的能力，開啟無限人生新境界你的大腦是世上最強大的終極技術，與生俱來，但

第51期 No. 51【卷首語】鄭政恆／徒增年歲的生者【譯介天地】吳詠彤／詩意的新歲――新年詩歌選譯Gabriel Okara／除夕午夜 ◉ Robert Frost／落葉踐踏者 ◉ W. S. Merwin／致新年 ◉ John Ashbery／寫於新年 ◉ Vivian Smith／寫給新年【專欄】【無聲地】印卡／但我們覺得自己那麼爛，需要技術――新論《粉紅色噪音》【文字餐桌】鄒芷茵、洋小漫／

The perfect story for anyone who’s ever felt overshadowed.One little girl dreams of being a star. But whether it's finding Mom's lost wedding ring or winning the costume prize, her big sister always shines brighter. In her grandfather’s eyes, though, she is a star. As he dries her tears and they both gaze up at the night sky, he tells a story about how everything and everyone is made of stardust and we all shine in different ways. With illustrations from new talent Briony May Smith, this is a touching story about being true to yourself from award-winning author Jeanne Willis.

一群退休的英國人前往他們認為較便宜，且極具異國風味的印度度假，即將下榻一間全新改裝的高級飯店-瑪麗戈德飯店。抵達時才發現其實飯店並未如廣告那樣的華麗，但是時間長久下來，他們漸漸發現這間旅館的迷人之處，以及生命的真諦。Now a major motion picture starring Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy, Dev Patel, Tom Wilkinson, Judi