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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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