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Looking for complete instructions on manipulating, processing, cleaning, and crunching structured data in Python? The second edition of this hands-on guide—updated for Python 3.5 and Pandas 1.0—is packed with practical cases studies that show you how to effectively solve a broad set of data analysis problems, using Python libraries such as NumPy, pandas, matplotlib, and IPython.Written by Wes McKinney, the main author of the pandas library, Python for Data Analysis also serves as a practical, modern introduction to scientific computing in Python for data-intensive applications. It’s ideal for analysts new to Python and for Python programmers new to scientific computing.

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In this second edition of Play in the Early Years, Marilyn Fleer provides a comprehensive introduction to pedagogy and play in early years education settings. Drawing on classical and contemporary the

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Ideal for courses in contemporary moral problems, applied ethics, and introduction to ethics, Disputed Moral Issues: A Reader, Fourth Edition, offers a unique pedagogical approach that bridges moral t

In a world of conflict and strife, how can we be proactive—not reactive—makers of change? The words of the Buddha have inspired readers for thousands of years, and can still today teach us how to skillfully handle the ineveitable conflicts we face.Collected here for the first time are the Buddha's teachings on conflict resolution, interpersonal and social problem solving, and building harmonious relationships. Each selection is drawn from the Pali Canon, the earliest record of what the Buddha taught. Divided into ten thematic chapters, The Buddha’s Teachings on Social and Communal Harmonycovers the breadth of cultivating harmony, including chapters onDealing with AngerGood FriendshipSettling DisputesEstablishing an Equitable Societyand more.A concise, informative introduction precedes each chapter, guiding the reader toward a deeper understanding of the texts that follow.The Buddha’s Teachings on Social and Communal Harmony allows even readers unacquainted with

Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies: An Interdisciplinary Approach is a truly interdisciplinary and intersectional text featuring global examples for women's, gender, and sexuality studies. Its

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Although plants comprise more than 90% of all visible life, and land plants and algae collectively make up the most morphologically, physiologically, and ecologically diverse group of organisms on ear

Emerging readers will love this Level 1 Ready-to-Read value pack of six books about the weather for the price of four! For an added bonus, take a peek inside for tips to help your child become a reading star!Perfect for emerging readers, the Weather Ready-to-Reads series takes children outside for a fun introduction to all the wonders of weather. No matter if there is rain, sun, snow, wind, clouds, or a rainbow outside, children will love discussing the amazing things they’ve learned about the weather. Plus, check the inside of the packaging for a bonus set of tips to help your reading star soar to new heights. Included in this Ready-to-Read value pack are:RainWindCloudsSnowRainbowSun

Imagine if a crocodile came to stay in your house! What might he get up to? What would you feed him? Where would he sleep? Discover amazing and unusual facts about crocodiles in this hilarious picture book. With humorous scenarios and everyday comparisons young readers can relate to, this is the perfect introduction into the life of a crocodile. Jam-packed with animal facts and information, kids will love the friendly and colourful artwork in this delightful non-fiction book.