Mathematics of Discrete Structures for Computer Science

She is benevolent and nurturing, yet fierce and terrible, a warrior and a lover. She creates and gives life, is death personified, and the one who grants eternal salvation. She is the ultimate form of reality, the cosmos.The Goddess inspires deep devotion and it is not surprising to see Her being worshipped and revered across homes in India. Shakti delves into this rich tradition of the Divine Feminine as She is represented across India and the subcontinent. In Shakti, encounter the Goddess in all Her glory and numerous forms.Dive deep into Her fascinating mythology and rituals. Unravel the philosophy behind Her worship and Her adaptation within many belief systems. From the origins of the Goddess in the ancient civilization of Harappa to Her evolution and changed character in contemporary times, Shakti tells the complete story of the Goddess in a linear fashion.During the course of its narrative, it brings together the diverse threads from different cultures, regions, and traditions t

Learn how NOT to believe what you see with this book of eye-popping pop-up visual tricks. From the classic "which dot is bigger?" or "is this line straight?" illusions to the first-ever 3D trick to appear in a book, Optical Illusions is packed with picture puzzles. Every illusion is set up to challenge what you think you see.There are hints and tips of how to approach the illusion, and then an explanation of how it works and why you were fooled (and you will be!). There are also flaps, tabs, and a decoder to test the answers, so you can check whether different-looking colours are actually the same, or if those lines really are wonky. All kinds of visual tricks are featured, including distortion, motion, colour and brightness, ambiguous illusions, impossible objects, hidden images...but the stars of the show are two large interactive illusions - the "thaumatrope" spinner that puts a bird in a cage, and a 3D perspective sculpture. Even though you will build it yourself and know which bit

The practical guide to all of the skills you need to succeed as a leader.Discover how to improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others, and championing high performance. Es

Travel back in time with this picture-led guide and explore the magnificent monuments and fabulous tombs of Ancient Egypt.This book takes you through the history of one of the world’s most extraordina

Travel back to the year 1912 and experience the tragic tale of the world’s most famous and luxurious ocean liner.This fact-packed children’s book tells the story of Titanic’s fateful maiden voyage fro

Travel back in time with this picture-led guide and explore the magnificent monuments and fabulous tombs of Ancient Egypt.This book takes you through the history of one of the world’s most extraordina

Travel back to the year 1912 and experience the tragic tale of the world’s most famous and luxurious liner.This fact-packed children’s book tells the story of Titanic’s fateful maiden voyage from Sout

Discover the watery world that covers two-thirds of the globe and find out why oceans are so important to life on Earth.Meet jet-propelled octopuses and hermit crabs, look closely at seaweed, find out

Discover the watery world that covers two-thirds of the globe and find out why oceans are so important to life on Earth.Meet jet-propelled octopuses and hermit crabs, look closely at seaweed, find out

With striking images, models, and illustrations, this visually-led reference guide offers a unique view of catastrophic weather conditions.See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size

See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes.From full-page color photographs to

This original, graphic-led book explores and explains the key ideas and teachings underpinning the most widely printed religious book of all time.Applying the “Big Ideas” series’ trademark combination

Help young children discover the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and learn as they play with this set of 17 colorful flashcards.Introduce children to dinosaurs with this collection of vibrant, sturdy p

From Tyrannosaurus and saber-toothed cats, to ferns and woolly mammoths, every page will captivate young readers as they travel through the history of the Earth. This collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults, too. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate fern leaf, and perfectly preserved woolly mammoth, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Each plant or animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding the organisms, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out why Pachycephalosaurus had such a thick head, how a coral fossil can be used to work out how long a prehistoric year was, and which fossil was thought to protect people from poison. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest

Explore the social and cultural history of 100 of the world's most important cities. From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today's global metropolises, cities have marked the progress of civilisation

Discover the people, battles, and politics of America's bloodiest conflict. Explore its causes, chapters, characters, and consequences. With a topic on every page, Civil War Visual Encyclopedia tells

Embark on an action-packed, first-class tour and explore the homes of Earth's most awe-inspiring animals!This illustrated children's atlas brings the animal kingdom to life like never before through s

This book features beautiful scenes of mothers and babies from all across the animal kingdom.From fluffy farmyard creatures to jungle animals, children will love meeting new mother and baby pairs on e

This fun and engaging visual guide will help learners of English to practice phrasal verbs and understand their meanings. Learn more than 1,000 of the most common and useful English phrasal verbs usin

Discover the history of design with this gorgeous visual celebration of key pieces, movements, and designers, from the Arts and Craft movement to the digital age. Arranged chronologically, Design trac

About The Aircraft BookTake an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and the intrepid pioneers who made a dream become reality.Uncover the engineering behind more than 800 aircraft models, from military jets to commercial planes. This visual history book captures the fascinating story of aeroplanes and aviation, and how this groundbreaking discovery has influenced the 21st Century.Inside the pages of this aircraft book, you'll discover:- The history of military and commercial aircraft from all over the world, decade by decade, to the present day in stunning visual detail- Comprehensive catalogues highlighting the most important aircraft of each period along with their specifications and unique features- Showcases particularly celebrated aircraft - such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde - in beautifully photographed "virtual tour" features- Tells the stories of the engineers and manufacturers that created marques like Boeing and AirbusModern flight has opened the w

Learn everything you wanted to know about Disney's epic new movie Raya and the Last Dragon!Get the lowdown on all things Raya and the Last Dragon and meet a host of cool new characters. Children will

Take a trip down under to find a koala in this plastic free touch and feel board book. In Where are You? Koala, wander through outback and woodland to meet a world of amazing Australian animals like w

Learn how to use simple sewing and mending techniques to extend the life of the clothes you love. Have you ever thrown good clothes away simply because you didn't know how to mend them? Have you got c

Since the dawn of humankind, people have looked upward to the heavens and tried to understand them. This encyclopedia takes you on an expedition through time and space to discover our place in the uni

Immerse yourself in the world of musicals, and fall in love all over again with the songs, stories, characters, and legendary stars from every era. From Show Boat and The Wizard of Oz to Les Miserable

Investigate 100 of the world’s most notorious crimes, including the Great Train Robbery, the Lindbergh kidnapping, and the murders of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. Were the perpetrators delusional, op

Travel back in time to find out about the fantastical wildlife that lived on Earth before we did.From the first living cells to fearsome dinosaurs and giant mammals, take a journey through prehistory to find out about the supersized, the scary, and the downright bizarre animals and plants that inhabited Earth in ancient times. Broken down by animal or plant type, there are profiles on more than 40 key species. With famous favorites such as mighty Tyrannosaurus and huge woolly mammoths, as well as lesser-known organisms, including five-eyed Opabinia and aeroplane-sized pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus, children won't fail to be captivated by the amazing range of beasts on display. Learn about the primeval world itself and how the Earth has changed over time, why fossils form, and the arrival of early humans. Detailed artworks bring the past to life, while pronunciation guides help with tricky names, and a visual index provides a quick overview of every species in the book. My Book of Dinosaurs

Babies and toddlers will fall in love with pandas while flipping through the pages of this interactive early learning book about these adorable animals. Meet the black and white panda family and their

Discover the world of five adorable puppies and their friends and find out what makes each of them so special. In this charming book filled with beautiful illustrations and fun facts, little ones meet

A fun, animal-themed book packed with puzzles, quizzes, and, of course, lots and lots of stickers!This colourful children's activity book contains more than 250 stickers. The stickers are reusable and

A fun, farm-themed book packed with puzzles, quizzes, and, of course, lots and lots of stickers!This colourful children's activity book contains more than 250 stickers. The stickers are reusable and e

A fun, tractor-themed book packed with puzzles, quizzes, and, of course, lots and lots of stickers!This colourful children's activity book contains more than 250 stickers. The stickers are reusable an

Help young children discover the wonder of well-known Bible stories, and learn as they play with this set of 17 flashcards. Read aloud from this selection of nine carefully chosen stories from the Bib

A fun, bug-themed book packed with puzzles, quizzes, and, of course, lots and lots of stickers!This colourful children's activity book contains more than 250 stickers. The stickers are reusable and ea

Tune into your senses, develop your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual awareness, and open yourself up to the power of intuition. Discover the life-changing potential of intuition and use a b

Journey back in time and find out where dinosaurs roamed. This unique children's atlas explores each continent, revealing fossil sites and stories on every map. This atlas is packed with maps of early

Take a fascinating around-the-globe tour, with a stopover in every nation on every continent, in this picture-packed children's book. Discover the countries of the world--exploring their geography, wildlife, traditions, and arts--in this picture-packed children's book. Every country profile is full of photos, and each nation has a full-color map detailing its main cities, landscape features, and borders, and exactly where in the world they are. At-a-glance panels provide a quick reference to all the stats, and the easy-to-read text is full of fascinating, fun facts. Countries of the World shows the many unique things that make one country different from another but might also reveal surprising similarities. Did you know that Cuba's national sport is baseball, one of the most popular sports in the US? And that kids in both Japan and Chile have earthquake drills on their school schedules? Find out about anything from the spookily vibrant Day of the Dead parade in Mexico and the beautiful

Read all about the bloodthirsty battles of ancient Rome!Discover the deadliest fighters of the Roman Empire in this fascinating guide to the gladiators of Rome's Colosseum. Learn about the female glad