Pattern Classification Using Ensemble Methods

In the run-up to the latest James Bond film, SPECTRE, renowned photographer Rankin takes us into the world of Bond, curating an ensemble of behind-the-scenes photography and cast and crew interviews.

Packed with photographs, composer biographies, analyses of major works, and essential information on every musical genre, style, form, instrument, and ensemble, DK's Complete Classical Music Guide is

Find your route to natural wellness with Neal’s Yard Remedies’ expert guide to using medicinal herbs.Essential Herbs offers expert advice and know-how you can trust in this detailed guide, which featu

LEGOR Star WarsR sets and minifigures come to life in this beautiful photography book. Created by Finnish photographer Vesa Lehtimaki using his son's favorite toys, the book features painstaking recre

History tells the story of mankind from prehistory to the present day using a unique visual approach, filled with timelines, images of artifacts, photography, graphics, and more. Now in its third edit

Using a unique chronological structure that helps parents navigate baby's first 365 days, Baby Day by Day provides new parents with everything they need to know about looking after their child, from b

Covering every aspect of learning how to play the guitar, from choosing an instrument and using a pick for the first time to starting a band and writing your own music, The Complete Guitar Manual is a

Noted digital photographer Ang has written this comprehensive manual on his chosen profession for those who wish to increase photographic creativity and technical prowess. Using a combination of tutor

Takes readers on an ocean-by-ocean survey of the world using extraordinary photography and special imaging technology to uncover underwater ecosystems and undersea terrain, and to tell the story of hu

The ultimate one-stop guide to the subject, this book takes you on a fascinating journey through the questions that have puzzled humanity for more than 2,500 years. From metaphysics and ethics to political philosophy and the philosophy of science, learn a different branch of philosophy across nine separate modules, explaining all of the key ideas of history's greatest thinkers--from Plato and Descartes to de Beauvoir and Nietzsche--and how they still resonate today. Perfect for complete beginners, Philosophy: A Complete Course untangles complex concepts using clear, jargon-free explanations paired with bold infographics, thought experiments, summaries of key works, and practical exercises to assess what you have learned. The book's innovative, graphic approach simplifies even the most challenging ideas like existentialism, empiricism, and dualism, making them easier than ever to understand. Whether you are studying philosophy, expanding your knowledge, or simply exploring life's bigges

A jargon-free, highly visual guide to every aspect of politics, from political philosophy to 21st-century activism.Discover everything you need to know about political history and thought, and the inner workings of governments around the world with this unique graphic guide.Combining clear, jargon-free language and bold, eye-catching graphics, How Politics Works is a comprehensive and user-friendly guide to all aspects of politics. Covering everything from political theory to methods of government, the book presents the ideas and theories of key political philosophers, leaders, movements, and activists in a uniquely visual and easy-to-understand way. Explaining political ideas on a conceptual level, entries explore how they apply to governments, movements, and trends throughout history, along with 21st-century examples such as the Feminist movement and #BlackLivesMatter. The book also shows how political history is affected by economics, sociology, and the role of the media―an ever-rel

Trace India’s journey through its space program, from its early skywatchers, the myths and legends, and the dreamers in a newly independent country, to the visionaries who continue to inspire generations to look towards the stars.In 1947, a newly independent India struggled to manage its new borders, limited resources, and a burgeoning population. Almost instinctively, its leaders turned towards the skies, looking up and beyond to see how they could use technology and space to help their people. This wasn’t a new endeavour, however. Skywatchers in ancient India had always looked towards the stars, mapping them, giving them names, and building myths. So, new India turned towards the stars once again - using satellites to help with agriculture, forecast weather, and build better communication. Today, India’s space program has morphed into something larger. The country looks towards the stars―not to sustain itself, but to explore, to reach the final frontier, and to take its own place amo

From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more. This essential guide explores common cat characteristics and features iconic members of the cat family – find out why male lions have manes and how stripes on a tiger’s coat help it hunt. Read fascinating myths and legends of cats through history, view cat artifacts from ancient civilizations around the world, and learn how to identify domestic cat breeds as well as how to care for your pet. Eyewitness Cat introduces a much-loved pet alongside its wild family members in the animal kingdom. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover cat behavior, characteristics, big cats, domestic cat breeds, and much more along with amazing facts, infographics, and statistics to see cats as never before. Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seeke

Multiplication Made Fun offers a fresh, fun look at mastering multiplication! Using up to the minute teaching techniques as well as traditional teaching methods to make sure those times tables stay in

This fun LEGOR Star WarsR book retells all six Star Wars films in 100 iconic scenes using LEGOStar Wars sets and minifigures. Relive the amazing Star Wars adventure in brick form with this humorous re

Using a visual timeline, this beautiful volume tells the story of every major art style, movement by movement, by defining each artistic style and putting seminal works of genius in their historical c

Eye Wonder: Shark is another captivating DK shark title, using our trademark combination of fearsome facts and incredible images to bring young readers face to face with these predators of the sea.

Explores the many different methods used to solves crimes, covering such topics as criminals, detectives, and forensics.