This volume offers a comprehensive critical and theoretical introduction to the genre of the fairy tale. It: explores the ways in which folklorists have defined the genreassesses the various methodolo
This volume offers a comprehensive critical and theoretical introduction to the genre of the fairy tale. It: explores the ways in which folklorists have defined the genreassesses the various methodolo
This book provides a comprehensive new introduction to the study of international diplomacy, covering both theory and practice.The text summarises and discusses the major trends in the field of diplom
This book provides a comprehensive new introduction to the study of international diplomacy, covering both theory and practice.The text summarises and discusses the major trends in the field of diplom
A gentle celebration of a very young child's introduction to the natural world combines sparse, repetitive text and delicate illustrations depicting a child who encounters small animals, birds and ins
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Predators is a riveting introduction to the murky world of Predator and Reaper drones, the CIA’s and U.S. military’s most effective and controversial killing tools. Brian Glyn Williams combines policy
A sumptuously photographed introduction to the world of the pre-reservation Plains Indians collects simple but eloquent quotations by Native American chiefs and elders that describe what life was like
This reader provides a general introduction and overview of the field of new literacies from an educational perspective. New literacies might be digital literacy or information literacy, and point to
This dramatic coloring book traces the history of "the war to end all wars." Thirty-five realistic illustrations depict momentous battles, introduction of new weaponry, famous figures, and historic ev
This informative and engaging book on the Museum’s outstanding collection of Etruscan art also provides an introduction to the fascinating and diverse culture of ancient Etruria, which thrived in cent
Provides hands-on activities, informative text and engaging facts in an introduction to the history and culture of Native American tribes throughout North America that outlines such projects as buildi
Provides hands-on activities, informative text and engaging facts in an introduction to the history and culture of Native American tribes throughout North America that outlines such projects as buildi
Offering a self-contained introduction to data mining, this book presents the concepts, models and techniques for data mining in a well organized style. Both theoretical concepts and, especially, prac
Pastel is a versatile medium unlike any other. Although beginning artists are often interested in pastel, the medium can appear intimidating to the novice. With its comprehensive introduction, tips, t
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of multilinear subspace learning (MSL). It not only details recent advances in MSL, but also explores future de
This vibrantly illustrated introduction to the emerging field of the preservation and presentation of media art brings together the contributions of authors from all over Europe and the United State
The Fundamentals of Atomic and Molecular Physics is intended as an introduction to the field for advanced undergraduates who have taken quantum mechanics. Each chapter builds upon the previous, using
Fogel (psychology, U. of Utah) offers a straightforward introduction to the scientific research that figures into what he calls embodied self-awareness, as well as a psychoanalytic-cum-spiritual analy
"Part l: Security risk assessment. Chapter 1. Introduction to Security Risk Assessment As our nation moves forward in the age of information and global economy, our dependencies on national infrastruc
Sembou presents students, academics, and political philosophers with an introduction to the core arguments and primary ideas of Hobbes, Lock, Bentham, J. S. Mill, Rousseau, Burke, and other major mode
This collection of primary texts introduces readers to the mystical literature of the world's great religious traditions. Beginning with an introduction by Steven T. Katz, a leading scholar of mystici
With an introduction, notes and references, this title combines two books which were among the greatest contributions to feminist literature this century, which together form a brilliant attack on sex
ICT Development for Social and Rural Connectedness provides an introduction to the concept of 'connectedness', and explores how this socio-psychological term has evolved during the age of the Internet
In God: A Guide for the Perplexed, bestselling author Keith Ward has crafted a unique, perceptive, witty, and informative introduction to the mysteries of the divine.From the essential truths presente
A lively, accessible and concise introduction to political, economic and social life in China. Illustrated with maps, charts and tables throughout, the book assumes no prior knowledge, and places curr
A lively, accessible and concise introduction to political, economic and social life in China. Illustrated with maps, charts and tables throughout, the book assumes no prior knowledge, and places curr
Operations Management is a modern success story that plays an essential role in any organisation. Andrew Greasley provides a clear and accessible introduction to this important area of study, focu
This text is an unbound, binder-ready edition. Python for Everyone, 1st Edition is a comprehensive introduction to Python and computer programming, which focuses on the principles of programming, soft
A beautifully produced edition of James Joyce's classic collection, with a newly commissioned introduction by Colm Toibin, the author of "Brooklyn"From short, lyrical stories to the novella-length mas
Based on the authors’ market leading data structures books in Java and C++, this book offers a comprehensive, definitive introduction to data structures in Python by authoritative authors. Data Struct
A complete jazz chronology, ESSENTIAL JAZZ delivers a thorough and engaging introduction to jazz and American culture. Designed for nonmajors, this brief text explores the development of jazz, from it
Compact and easy-to-use, Nature Guide: Gems provides a thorough introduction and detailed, clearly illustrated profiles of hundreds of examples of precious metals, cut stones, and organics. Packed wit
Each title in the ?Propeller Shakespeare’ series includes the Propeller edit of the text, accompanied by an introduction to the text and Propeller’s process, with articles on notable features specific
Stanislavski: The Basics is an engaging introduction to the life, thought and impact of Konstantin Stanislavski. Regarded by many as a great innovator of twentieth century theatre, this book examines
Stanislavski: The Basics is an engaging introduction to the life, thought and impact of Konstantin Stanislavski. Regarded by many as a great innovator of twentieth century theatre, this book examines
Laughing Matters takes an analytic approach to film, television and radio comedy and provides an accessible overview of its forms and contexts. The introduction explains the value of studying comedy,
Laughing Matters takes an analytic approach to film, television and radio comedy and provides an accessible overview of its forms and contexts. The introduction explains the value of studying comedy,
