Japanese geisha and courtesans intrigue and fascinate Westerners. During the mid-nineteenth century, Japan opened its doors to the world and became an essential destination for travelers. Tourists des
Geared toward first-year graduate students, this text assumes only an acquaintance with the rudiments of set theory to explore homogeneous universal models, saturated structure, extensions of classica
A respected veterinarian covers every aspect of tending to a feline--from daily essentials to crisis management--with step-by-step, specially commissioned photographs and authoritative text that cover
Laura Hunt was the ideal modern woman: beautiful, elegant, highly ambitious, and utterly mysterious. No man could resist her charms?not even the hardboiled NYPD detective sent to find out who turned h
A memorable and meaningful introduction to the great leaders of ancient Rome. Biographical sketches are chronologically arranged, from 753 B.C., the estimated founding of Rome, to A.D. 476, the fall o
Psychologists experienced as "fawns in gorilla suits" (i.e., in therapeutic interactions with aggressive and violent children) present a guide to professional treating this challenging population. The
Divided into three main parts, the book guides the reader to an understanding of the basic concepts in this fascinating field of research. Part 1 introduces you to the fundamental concepts of simulati
Based on lectures given by the authors at Moscow and Leningrad Universities, this textbook gives a systematic exposition of the main parts of Topology: Homology, Homotopy, Fibre Bundles, and Smooth Ma
This important resource presents the latest information on brain-behavior relationships and describes ways school practitioners can apply neuropsychological principles in their work with children. Br
For this second edition of a text/CD-ROM package on basics of surgical techniques, Sherris (otolaryngology, State University of New York- Buffalo) and Kern (medicine, Mayo Foundation) have added new m
The Civil War tore America apart. The ensuing era of Reconstruction sewed it back together. In this vivid look at the popular culture of the era, Browne and Kreiser examine how Americans coped with t
Return to Glory will challenge everything you were ever taught about human historyBeginning with a careful documentation of the ways God entrusted people of African descent with the initial developme
Here is the first book a prospective doctoral candidate should read. Updated to reflect both modern technological advances and the realities of contemporary academia, it serves as an excellent overvie
In Creating Caring Communities with Books Kids Love, teachers and parents are shown how to build a caring community in the classroom and at home in order to help combat apathy and violence in today's
After nearly four decades of government denial, the deeds of four Alabama Air National Guardsmen who died at the Bay of Pigs in 1961 have been made public and their names memorialized at the CIA’s Wal
*A practical guide to implementing New Urbanism principles in suburbs and small communities*Case studies present clear solutions for typical suburban problems: the need for pedestrian access, the lack
Presents the material covered during the past ten years' REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) courses, supported by the National Science Foundation and held at the University of Washington. Th
"How to comfort? How to help?" are questions often asked by persons providing care to individuals suffering from dementia. According to Hoffman and Platt--a warm smile, gentle touch, and soothing voic
Competing on Internet time means competitive advantage can be won and lost overnight. In this penetrating analysis of strategy-making and product innovation in the dynamic markets of commercial cybers
Called the greatest storms on the planet, hurricanes of the North Atlantic Ocean often cause tremendous social and economic upheaval in the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. And with the incre
Outlines lesson plans for third through sixth grade classes on the major regions of the world, recommends related fiction, and offers ideas for projects.
An introductory text and reference for engineering students and practitioners. Part I defines problems, with chapters on the waste stream, new theories for environmental regulation, design for the env
The first book in Edward Stratemeyer's series for young people about the American Revolution. Follow Roger Morse and his friends as they help battle the British in a rousing adventure story. Written i
Fraleigh and Beauregard's text is known for its clear presentation and writing style, mathematical appropriateness, and overall usability. Its inclusion of calculus-related examples, true/false proble
First published in 1977 this accessible general overview of Canada's contribution to the Second World War and of the war's effect on Canada's evolution. This revised edition incorporates new informati
Systemizes the ideas underlying a method for analyzing and designing wave fields used in antenna synthesis for microwave, millimeter, and infra-red bands; circuit engineering; and laser system design.
This riveting true-life story recounts the capture of a pair of Mormon sisters after Indians attacked their covered wagon and massacred their family in 1851. It relates their harsh life as slaves amon
"Wasta" means intercession or mediation. This book explains how wasta works in the Middle East to make decisions and negotiate compromises on all levels of society.
Can a book on child counseling have a lasting effect on the future of our culture? This bestseller, which draws its texts from children's writing - rather than adult writing for children - may do just
Contemporary astrologers claim that their craft is scientifically based and rationally consistent, and above all, that "astrology works" - a belief shared by millions of Americans, including highly vi
Westervelt's extensively illustrated 1883 catalog, illustrating over 550 copper weathervanes and finials, is herein reprinted. An extraordinarily wide range of styles and motifs. Publisher's Note.
