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This lively introduction to heterodox economics provides a balanced critique of the standard introductory macroeconomic curriculum. In clear and accessible prose, it explains many of the key principle
The first general introduction to stability of ordinary and functional differential equations by means of fixed point techniques, this text is suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate student
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This book is an introduction to International Relations that uses examples from International Political Economy (IPE). It presents the theories and paradigms of International Relations in the context
An intelligent, relevant, and lively new introduction to fiction builds on the success of its parent text, Understanding Literature. With accessible discussions of historical and cultural contexts and
First published in 1954 in OUP's series of commentaries on Euripides' plays, this edition provides an introduction and commentary (including metrical analysis) to this intriguing 'pro-satyr' play.
`Alan McKee presents a student friendly introduction to the analysis of cultural texts. The book highlights the cultural differences in interpretation with an array of fascinating examples. Textual
This exceptionally comprehensive, single-source introduction to the art, science, theories, practices, and issues of wildlife management is ideal for the novice in the subject. Features full-chapte
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Written by well-known computer scientists, thisaccessible and succinct introduction to databasesystems focuses on database design and use. The authorsprovide in-depth coverage of databases from the po
This book provides an introduction to the field of knowledge management. Taking a learning-centric rather than information-centric approach, it emphasizes the continuous acquisition and application of
This self-contained introduction to natural language semantics addresses the major theoretical questions in the field. The authors introduce the systematic study of linguistic meaning through a sequen
This book offers a critical introduction to writings on law by key postmodern philosophers - Nietzsche, Foucault, Derrida, Lyotard, and Rorty - and articulates the strengths and weaknesses of postmode
This book provides the first accessible introduction to neural network analysis as a methodological strategy for social scientists. The author details numerous studies and examples which illustrate th
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Eclectic guitarist and veteran Mel Bay author Tommy Flint provides a comprehensive introduction to fingerstyle guitar technique. Intended for the serious student learning the guitar without the advant
Here is a compact, mathematically clean introduction to linear algebra with particular emphasis on topics in abstract algebra, the theory of differential equations, and group representation theory. Th
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Provides an introduction to the theoretical foundations of quantum mechanics for students of experimental physics. Although a mathematical presentation is made, the emphasis is on understanding the ne
This first English translation of Napier's Rabdologia provides a clear and readable introduction to a group of physical calculating devices, which, long overshadowed by Napier's logarithms, have their
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This introduction to Buddhism examines its basic philosophical teachings and historical development, setting forth complex and significant ideas in a straightforward and simple style that is easily ac
This topic-based course book provides an accessible introduction to the concepts and language of today's business world.Featuring authentic texts from the well-respected Economist magazine, the Intell
The second and expanded edition of a comprehensive introduction to machine learning that uses probabilistic models and inference as a unifying approach.This textbook offers a comprehensive and self-co
Provide readers with an engaging and relevant introduction to voting and elections leading into a presidential election year. Illustrate the importance of voting and how election outcomes affect reade
This book provides an introduction to the geometrical and topological methods that have become essential tools for soft condensed matter physicists. The emphasis is on providing mathematical tools in
This concise introduction to pathology covers basic pathological mechanisms and offers a detailed review of systems pathology, making it a complete, effective review for today's readers. Hundreds of h
Diversity and Inclusion in Sport Organizations: A Multilevel Perspective is a comprehensive introduction to the ways in which people differ—including race, gender, age, mental and physical abilit
The second edition of Criminological and Forensic Psychology is an even more theoretically rigorous, practically relevant, engaging and fun introduction to this broad and fascinating fi
The author team of Prescott's Microbiology continues the tradition of past editions by providing a balanced, comprehensive introduction to all major areas of microbiology. This balance makes Microb
This book will provide an introduction to machine learning, fuzzy systems and evolutionary algorithms for senior undergraduate students at universities and colleges as well as for practitioners. The t
This 5th edition of the bestselling introduction to counselling is thoroughly revised and updated. Pete Sanders and Anja Rutten position therapy in contemporary society and render the theory, practice
This book covers theoretical aspects of adsorption, followed by an introduction to molecular simulations and other numerical techniques that have become extremely useful as an engineering tool in rece
(Guitar Solo). Each solo in this collection has been written for intermediate level guitarists, combining melody and harmony in one superb fingerpicking arrangement. Includes an easy introduction to b
Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic—dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and many more. These gorgeously illustra
Roberto Bolaño as World Literature provides an introduction to the Chilean novelist that highlights his connections with classic and contemporary masters of world literature and his investigation of t
