Second edition, completely revised, of the only English translation of Kepler's 1609 masterpiece. A work of astonishing originality, Astronomia Nova stands, with Copernicus's De Revolutionibus and New
Second edition, completely revised, of the only English translation of Kepler's 1609 masterpiece. A work of astonishing originality, Astronomia Nova stands, with Copernicus's De Revolutionibus and New
Comprehensive guidance for identifying and navigating many of the complex legal and tax planning and regulatory compliance issues involved in international estate planning. Starting with a broad overv
It is Christmas 1896, in snowy Maine, but holiday cheer eludes country lawyer Daniel Plainway as he contemplates the demise and disappearance of a neighboring family with whom he had shared countless
RAND researchers examine potential strategic, technological, and normative trends that may affect the future evolution of U.S. policies that implement the Law of Armed Conflict, and assess the resulti
RAND researchers develop a preliminary logic model to help the Nanotechnology Research Center identify and assess its contributions to improving the safety and health of workers who could be affected
This report documents logic models detailing elements of the Coast Guard’s missions, examines existing metrics, and proposes potential metrics that could improve on or complement existing metrics, tog
Analyzes defense options available to respond to current and emerging threats to U.S. security and interests, focusing on ways to adapt military instruments, defense investments, and defense spending
RAND Arroyo Center explored how the U.S. Army might need to adapt its personnel management policies and practices to support the Regionally Aligned Forces concept.
The authors examine the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System Inc. 1A Nunn-McCurdy breach and document a methodology that can assess and summarize the overall performance of an acquisition portf
Three siblings with unique powers are chased from a home full of secrets when their parents become sick, and find answers in a rainforest clan who control fire.
Infrared thermal imaging is a rapid and non-invasive procedure for mapping skin temperature distribution of the human body. Advanced software and high-resolution infrared detectors has allowed for a r
Grandmaster Alexander Panchenko (1953-2009) was one of the most successful chess trainers in the Soviet Union, and later in Russia. He ran a legendary chess school that specialised in turning promisin
Alexey Bezgodov provides a complete chess opening repertoire for Black against 1.d4. In The Double Queen’s Gambit, Black’s attitude is as active and ambitious as that of White in the Queen’s Gambit. A
This book is an essential guide to the basics of Islamic faith and practice for young Muslims, giving special importance to cleanliness and the Daily Prayers. With inspirational reading texts, this bo
New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest news in chess openings, and each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory. Th
A young couple resign from their jobs in the midst of a recession to embark on an epic road trip with their life savings, a tent, and very few plans in tow.Beads in the Headlight tells the tale of the
Will magic finally let Iznogoud become Caliph?When a particularly inept fairy in training accidentally arrives in Baghdad and mistakes Iznogoud for Prince Charming, it’s easy to expect a merry string
The beauty of Indigo quilts is undeniable. Explore the origins of the fiber and fabric presented by two members of the American Quilt Study Group. Step inside the Poos Collection of quilts, one of the
Reader-friendly guide to adopting BIM. A vital guide for practitioners to adopt BIM successfully in construction projects. A blend of background theory and practical ideas for BIM implementation.
The end of cold war and the on-going globalization process along with the proliferation of non-traditional threat to security of the nations led to multilateralism in international relations. Though t
Future generations of disciples of the Himalayan Tradition will surely be captivated by the inspiring tales narrated by disciples of diverse backgrounds, education, profession and nationality, with th
This book is a companion to the PBS documentary Caring for Mom and Dad (May 2015) and Sally Hurme's ABA/AARP Checklist for Family Caregivers: A Guide to Making It Manageable.
Are you searching for joy, inspiration or a deeper spiritual connection? What if you found it wasn’t around you or in others – but already within you. This book is your personal invitation and path to
A practical analytical framework for understanding and analyzing a complex and confusing regime of international environmental laws, this resource begins by considering the current state of play of in
This book provides an overview of the directors and officers landscape within and outside of the United States, with particular emphasis on those jurisdictions where the majority of business interests
The Cantonese call all things salacious harm sup—literally salty and wet. And the code word for anythingharm sup is "kitchen tiles," because every Chinese kitchen is like a war zone,
