Introduction to Algorithms

In Search of Stability seeks to understand the economics of money through a narrative on the history of the rupee. The period delineated for study is from the time of introduction of the rupee by Sher

The word Ikebana rings a bell for most, but not many people can define it or grasp its essence. Exploring Ikebana seeks to change this. This book is a comprehensive introduction into the art and unvei

A fun, dynamic introduction to the early letter sounds children encounter when they begin school. With the help of a gingerbread man, I, N, M and D drum and make music throughout the colorful pages of

Learn Sewing, Quilting and Knitting Today!This book is a bundle of 3 books: Knitting, Quilting and Sewing! Below is an introduction to the first book on sewing! Enjoy this bundle and learn a ton! This

This Picture Book is the perfect introduction to the Spring season. It is divided into 2 rhyming parts and can be read like two seperate picture books on Spring! Why do the Spring Animals think Spring

This guide has been written specifically for people with little or no prior knowledge of the First World War and will be an ideal introduction to what can be a very complicated and daunting subject. W

This is the first book in the series “India for Kids Activity Workbook”. The series provides an introduction to a young modern country which has a very ancient culture and heritage. Each book in the s

This short study of the history of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, Rhodes and Malta, also known as the Knights Hospitaller, is intended as an introduction to the Order for academics working in othe

This introduction to the C programming language is based on the C ANSI dialect and is usable with all ANSI-compatible compilers and all operating systems. The three main parts of the text are: basic g

In a thoughtful and perceptive introduction, Stryk sets the stage for an appreciation of what Basho’s poetry has to offer, sketching his life, his times, his spirit. For most of his life Basho was a r

The Blessing by Nancy Mitford with an introduction by Alex Kapranos. It isn't just Nanny who finds it difficult in France when Grace and her young son Sigi are finally able to join her dashing aristoc

With an introduction by John Hurt A classic love story and a seminal work of Irish literature that is a testament to romance, magic and the power of true love. Nicholas Coughlan and Isabel Gore are me

In writing an Introduction such as this it is good to be brief. The poems printed in this book need no preliminary commendations from me or anyone else. The author has left us his own fragmentary but

This well-known book is an introduction to the field of digital, sampled-data control. It treats the field in depth and can be used for courses and for self study. The second edition has been complete

A full-color study, complete with DVD, provides an accessible and informative introduction to what genes are and how they work, as well as the role of DNA, the central code of all living systems, in t

《不動點理論導論(英文版)》內容為：This book is intended as an introduction to fixed point theory and itsapplications. The topics treated range from fairly standard results （such asthe Principle of Contraction Mapping

From Bollywood to Peacock, from Namaskar to Tea, this photographic alphabet is a celebration of India in all its vast and colourful diversity. Prodeepta Das explores India's customs, religions and culture, focusing both on the rhythms of the bustling cities, and on day-to-day village life. This stunningly photographed introduction to this unique and vibrant subcontinent has been updated with new images of today's India.

This is a textbook for a first course in mechanical vibrations. There are many books in this area that try to include everything, thus they have become exhaustive compendiums, overwhelming for the undergraduate. In this book, all the basic concepts in mechanical vibrations are clearly identified and presented in a concise and simple manner with illustrative and practical examples. Vibration concepts include a review of selected topics in mechanics; a description of single-degree-of-freedom (SDOF) systems in terms of equivalent mass, equivalent stiffness, and equivalent damping; a unified treatment of various forced response problems (base excitation and rotating balance); an introduction to systems thinking, highlighting the fact that SDOF analysis is a building block for multi-degree-of-freedom (MDOF) and continuous system analyses via modal analysis; and a simple introduction to finite element analysis to connect continuous system and MDOF analyses. There are more than sixty exercise

A SPARKY introduction to the science of electricityElectricity is the power behind smartphones and thunderstorms and vacuum cleaners. It lights up our homes and cooks our food, but what IS it and where does it come from? Lift the flaps and try some simple experiments to find out.Includes simple experiments to do at homeSupports science teaching in schools and STEM learning

This is an introduction to the myths and legends of the peoples who inhabited the north-western fringes of Europe - from Britain and the Isle of Man of Gaul and Brittany. It looks at the nature of Ce

WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY MARTIN EDWARDS"Never had I been given a tougher problem to solve, and never had I been so utterly at my wits' end for a solution."A signalman is found dead by a railway tunnel.

This book provides a simple and fun introduction to soil, discussing what soil is, how it is made and what we use it for. With the help of some Rock Solid! facts that provide cool examples, the book w

Find out how the smallest things on the planet do some of the biggest jobs in this intriguing introduction to the world of microbes.All around the world?—?in the sea, in the soil, in the air, and in y

I wrote this book in a few hours with the intention of being a quick starter guide and a general introduction to PowerPoint.This book has been used as a study guide for a class I teach at Forest Acade

The Pea That Was Me is a charming introduction to sperm donation for kids of single moms by choice for children ages 3 and up. In a positive and upbeat way, children are told about it takes a sperm an

The opening fanfare of this duet leads to a true celebration. This introduction features broken and blocked chords that are later used in the A theme of the A-B-A form. Written in C major and 4/4 mete

《代數曲面和全純向量叢(英文版)》主要內容包括：An Introduction to Elliptic Surfaces、Singular fibers、Singulex fibers of elliptic fibrations、lnvariants and the canonical bundle formula、Elliptic surfaces with a section and Wei

Financial and Managerial Accounting, Fourth Edition provides students with a clear introduction to fundamental accounting concepts by introducing them to the building blocks of the accounting cycle and then moving on to financial statements.This course is ideal for a two-semester Financial and Managerial Accounting sequence where students spend equal time learning financial and managerial accounting concepts and learn the accounting cycle from a corporate perspective.

《多維實分析(第1卷)(英文版)》介紹了: This book, which is in two parts, provides an introduction to the theory of vector- valued functions on Euclidean space. We focus on four main objects of study and in addition co

Wardlaw's Perspectives in Nutrition has the richly deserved reputation of providing an accurate, current, in-depth, and thoughtful introduction to the dynamic field of nutrition. The authors have endeavored to build upon this tradition of excellence by enriching this edition for both students and instructors. Their passion for nutrition, genuine desire to promote student learning, and their commitment to scientific accuracy, coupled with constructive comments from instructors and students, guided them in this revision.

The American Congress Reader provides a supplement to the popular and updated American Congress undergraduate textbook. By the same authors who drew upon Capitol Hill experience and nationally recognized scholarship to present a crisp introduction and analysis of Congress's inner mechanics, the Reader compiles the best relevant scholarship on party and committee systems, leadership, voting, and floor activity to broaden and illuminate the key features of the text.

A gorgeously illustrated, rhyming introduction to some of the things that make Sydney greatA visually captivating, illustrated tribute to Sydney, this picture book is unlike any other city guide. Two talented locals provide an insider’s view of the harbor city in a clever, engaging way that will delight children and adults, Sydneysiders and visitors. From bats and cicadas to lawn bowls and the zoo, readers of all ages are invited to discover the magic of the Australian metropolis.

Livy's great history of Rome contains, in Books 21 to 30, the definitive ancient account of Hannibal's invasion of Italy in 218 BC, and the war he fought with the Romans over the following sixteen years.Livy's gripping storytelling vividly conveys the drama of the great battles, and individuals as well as events are brought powerfully to slife.This new translation captures the brilliance of Livy's style, and is accompanied by a fascinating introduction and notes. The comprehensive introduction examines Livy, his work, his historical accuracy, his sources, and the course of Hannibal's campaign by a scholar well known for his work on Hannibal and his times. The edition includes a glossary of Roman and Carthaginian terms, a chronological table, an index, a series of detailed maps, and a discussion of the route of Hannibal from the south of Spain over the Alps to Italy. This wonderfully complete edition is perfect for lovers of classical literature, those with an interest in ancient or mil

Mr. Postmouse has loaded up his wagon and is ready to deliver the mail. From the lofty heights of the Birds' tree houses to the inky depths of Mrs. Octopus's ship, the intrepid letter carrier lets nothing stand in the way of his deliveries. Each spread features whimsically detailed interiors of creatures' homes, which readers will pore over for delightful surprises. This is a charming introduction to the postal system and an imaginative survey of different types of homes.

Hello, world.Facebook's algorithms shaping the news. Self-driving cars roaming the streets. Revolution on Twitter and romance on Tinder. We live in a world constructed of code--and coders are the ones who built it for us. From acclaimed tech writer Clive Thompson comes a brilliant anthropological reckoning with the most powerful tribe in the world today, computer programmers, in a book that interrogates who they are, how they think, what qualifies as greatness in their world, and what should give us pause. They are the most quietly influential people on the planet, and Coders shines a light on their culture.In pop culture and media, the people who create the code that rules our world are regularly portrayed in hackneyed, simplified terms, as ciphers in hoodies. Thompson goes far deeper, dramatizing the psychology of the invisible architects of the culture, exploring their passions and their values, as well as their messy history. In nuanced portraits, Coders takes us close to some of t

An excellent introduction to all the football skills every fan and player needs to know.This must-have manual, written in collaboration with professional footballers, covers the main skills every player needs. It combines photographs, illustrations and instructions in a clear, concise and highly-visual format. Football fans can learn everything from perfecting their first touch to scoring the winning goal - with plenty of freestyling along the way. Difficulty ratings, top tips and a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion make this book the perfect way for everyone to enjoy the beautiful game.

Little Groundhog, in trouble for stealing from his friends' gardens, is taught by Squirrel to grow his very own. From seed-gathering to planting, harvesting, and eating home-grown fruits and vegetables, children join Little Groundhog in learning about the gardening process. At the end, Little Groundhog invites his animal friends to a Thanksgiving harvest feast. Beautiful illustrations and thorough research on plants and insects make this sweet story an engrossing read, as well as a great picture-book introduction to how plants grow. Children and schools can follow Groundhog's lessons.

本書介紹臺灣15種本土動物，並附上各物種水彩畫，以及動物們的背景介紹，融合生態教育與藝術的功能。 15 animals native to Taiwan were introduced in this book. Using the aid of watercolor paintings of every species and an ecological introduction,

Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Henry in a bumper edition of mayhem with this boredom-beating collection of six of his best rainy day stories!Beat boredom on a rainy day with HORRID HENRY! This book contains six deviously daring rainy day stories about a BRILLIANT invasion, a MAD professor and a sleepover GONE WRONG! Plus loads of fun activities and jokes to keep Horrid Henry fans entertained. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Rights of the Child and the amazing children who have stood up for them all over the world. From the heroes familiar to everyone, such as Malala Yousafzai, to the amazing activists you might not have heard of, like Baruani Ndume, the teenager who gave a voice to fellow refugee children in Tanzania, discover the incredible true stories of child activists. An inspirational and moving book from beloved author-illustrator Marcia Williams, providing the perfect introduction to an important subject and marking 30 years since the Convention on the Rights of the Child was signed by the United Nations General Assembly.