Heath Robinson (1872?1944) is Britain’s ?Gadget King”?master of the art of creating madcap contraptions that made use of ropes, weights, and pulleys to perform relatively simple tasks, from wart remov
A detailed crash course in business management for value creationCorporate Value Creation provides an operations framework that management can use to optimize the impact decisions have on creating val
In this new novel from the author of Water for Elephants, Sara Gruen again demonstrates her talent for creating spellbinding period pieces.At the Water’s Edge is a gripping and poignant love story abo
Library Security is a book for library staff who are concerned with creating a safe, functioning, peaceful place for themselves to work in and for patrons to visit. It teaches creative patron communic
As the Kyoto Protocol limps along without the participation of the US and Australia, on-going climate negotiations are plagued by competing national and business interests that are creating stumbling
Like the industrial revolution before it, the information technology revolution appears to be creating a new ruling class, a new economy and a new society. Information technology is also transforming
Throwing a block party? Creating a community garden? Building a playground? Helping an ailing neighbor with a food circle? Jill Doucette, founder of Synergy which works to catalyze the green economy,
The Economics of Green Growth investigates the possibility of creating an integrated indicator covering three pillars of sustainable development: economy, society and the environment. The excessive pu
Try cooking under pressure!Crisp, vibrant vegetables. Meltingly tender meats. Soft poached eggs. Creating a perfectly cooked meal is easy when using the sous vide method. Sous vide means cooking &
Higher education and academia have been central pillars of the modern state in creating a new political and social elite. In Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe, these new elites were first educa
In this candid and engaging book, Margaret Trudeau, author of the #1 bestselling memoirChanging My Mind, offers women an inspirational and practical approach to creating a healthy, happy, secure and s
What happens when a lifelong gardener finally realizes he must collaborate with Mother Nature, rather than work against her, to achieve his dream of creating the perfect garden? In this delightful and
While procreation is ubiquitous, attention to the ethical issues involved in creating children is relatively rare. In Debating Procreation, David Benatar and David Wasserman take opposing views on thi
While procreation is ubiquitous, attention to the ethical issues involved in creating children is relatively rare. In Debating Procreation, David Benatar and David Wasserman take opposing views on thi
Creating Oils, Soaps, Creams, and Herbal Gels for Your Mind and Body is intended as an introduction and guide to the creation and use of essential oils, showing the reader how to extract them, particu
This is a comprehensive resource for creating, refining and sustaining effective student peer mentoring programs. While providing a blueprint for successfully designing programs for a wide range of au
This is a comprehensive resource for creating, refining and sustaining effective student peer mentoring programs. While providing a blueprint for successfully designing programs for a wide range of au
Cherry, Summer, Skye, Coco and Honey may be very different - but they all love crafting and creating! From hosting a chocolate-themed sleepover to designing a flower headband and concocting a cupcake-
?[Alastair] Reynolds’s depth of imagination, adeptness with creating multi-dimensional characters, and brisk pacing are again in evidence” (Publishers Weekly) as the author of Blue Remembered Earth co
German designer and educator Otl Aicher was a pioneer of 20th century graphic design, renowned for creating visual identities for numerous corporations and his work on symbol systems. This book incorp
This book focuses on understanding the strategic role of the knowledge workers in companies, especially in creating an innovative company. The author presents the 'Sknowinnov method' and&nb
Makerspaces: Your questions answered here!Get the nuts and bolts on imagining, planning, creating, and managing a cutting-edge Makerspace for your school community. Nationally recognized expert Laura
This collection of more than 30 original patterns was inspired by Zentangle, a method of creating repetitive patterns that promotes relaxation as well as creative expression. The sweeping, free-form l
Education as Politics argues that colonial schooling remade Senegalese politics during the transition to French rule, creating political spaces that were at once African and colonial, and ultimately l
Praise for Brand for Talent "As a marketer, nothing is more important than building a strong, relevant brand. As a leader, nothing is more important than creating an energized, talented group of
Inexpensive, capable, consumer drones have hit the market recently, creating what can only be described as drone mania amongst a diverse range of potential users. Because camera-carrying drones still
Public Speaking Basics provides concise information, classroom exercises, homework assignments, and speeches to enable college students to master public speaking. There is an emphasis on creating effe
Cooking can involve chemical reactions that make our food smell and taste better. During the cooking process, the Maillard reaction is partially responsible for creating the flavor and color of grille
This book provides essential information for creating and maintaining successful international virtual teams for those who manage, participate in, or train others in international virtual teams. Based
"Enter woodpecker world and get a bird's eye view of everyday life: hiding from hawks, feeding hungry chicks, and drilling holes to build homes. Woodpeckers are nature's home builders, creating holes
Post-occupancy evaluation, focusing on building’s occupants and their needs, provides insight into the consequences of past design decisions and forms a sound basis for creating better buildings in th
This fun and practical guide to creating delicious and original burgers has literally thousands of combinations. Split into four-the buns, the sauces, the patties, and the toppings-cooks can mix and m
This guide outlines a model of leadership in libraries that focuses on creating a service culture that involves conscientiousness, rapport building, encouragement and accountability, innovation, and s
Social interaction is a part of human life and is the engine which drives an individual's psychological development, creating changes on all levels of society. Through a collection of essays by intern
With a Foreword by BeyonceA groundbreaking program for creating a plant-based lifestyle, designed to transform your mental, emotional, and physical health in just 22 days.If you want lose weight, if y
The ancient races, the Vadhagh and the Nhadragh, are dying. By creating Mankind, the universe has condemned Earth to a pestilence of destruction and fear.Prince Corum is the last remaining Vadhagh. He
If you’ve never quilted before, this is the place to start! Creating your own unique handmade quilt is one of the most satisfying and rewarding sewing activities you will ever experience. This ultimat
The importance of entrepreneurship creating and supporting socio-economic growth is not a new concept and generally accepted by most nations as an important part of their development strategies. It is
Origami Adventures: Oceans features everything that kids need to become origami experts. Step-by-step instructions for creating 14 colorful origami animals are paired with illustrations and fun facts
Presents the basic principles and techniques of quilting and offers fourteen simple projects which can be used to build skills, including creating such items as pot holders, place mats, a cut-away rug
