True stories of sudden death in the classic collection by a master of American journalism “Reporters love murders,” Calvin Trillin writes in the introduction to Killings. “In a pinch
The Black Book of Quantum Chromodynamics is an in-depth introduction to the particle physics of current and future experiments at particle accelerators. The book offers the reader an overview of pra
This book examines the role of financial institutions in the financial markets during normal times, as well as during the global financial crisis. Chapter 1 offers a brief introduction to the research
Get started using the C# programming language. Based on the author’s 15 years of experience teaching beginners, the book provides you with a step-by-step introduction to the principles of programming,
Little fingers will delight in tracing over the shapes of each object in this wonderful tactile board book range. These beautifully illustrated books are a great first introduction to colours, from ye
Lecture Notes in Urban Economics and Urban Policy provides a wide-ranging introduction to urban economics and urban policy by Professor John Yinger, one of the world's leading scholars in urban econom
Lecture Notes in Urban Economics and Urban Policy provides a wide-ranging introduction to urban economics and urban policy by Professor John Yinger, one of the world's leading scholars in urban econom
A Flaw of Light:Reading the Novels of John Williams is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the novels of one of America’s unfairly neglected writers. This clearly structured study off
A Crash Course in Statistics provides a short introduction to key statistical methods including descriptive statistics, ANOVA, the t-test, and Chi Square. Author Ryan J. Winter begins each of the five
This book offers new translations of Aristotle’s Politics 5 and 6, accompanied by an introduction and commentary, targeted at historians and those who like to read political science in the context in
My First 1000 Words is the perfect introduction for young children to begin understanding the exciting and informative world around us. Included within this book are one thousand words or short descri
With more than 20 walks and hikes, Explore Tucson Outdoors is your introduction to Tucson’s best scenic walks and hikes. Written by naturalist Karen Krebbs, this quick guide features everything from r
Twins - Book 9: Connected is another exciting addition to the Twins series. In this book, Casey and her twin sister, Ali are faced with more challenging situations including the introduction of their
Packed with more than 60 full-color stickers featuring characters and stills from the animated movie, this is the perfect introduction to Disney·Pixar Coco. Disney·Pixar Coco is the celebration of a l
Quarks, Leptons and The Big Bang, Third Edition, is a clear, readable and self-contained introduction to particle physics and related areas of cosmology. It bridges the gap between non-technical popul
The perfect introduction to the world of trains for preschoolers, complete with 8 enticing pop-up flaps and 1 incredible sound button. Learn more about steam trains, underground trains and double-deck
Saunas, cozy cafes, modern art, an impeccable design pedigree and even churches with secular appeal – it’s no wonder the Finnish capital serves as an introduction to this magical Nordic city, with sug
This book offers the definitive guide to the theory and practice of disaster robotics. It can serve as an introduction for researchers and technologists, a reference for emergency managers, and a text
Corporate Finance: The Basics is a concise introduction to the inner workings of finance at the company level. Assuming that this is the reader’s entry into the subject, it presents corporate finance
Corporate Finance: The Basics is a concise introduction to the inner workings of finance at the company level. Assuming that this is the reader’s entry into the subject, it presents corporate finance
This volume offers readers a concise and accessible introduction to the ideas of Noam Chomsky, described by the New York Times as "arguably the most important intellectual alive."In these recent, wide
This book offers the first comprehensive introduction to one of the most significant Arab thinkers of the late 20th century and the early 21st century: the Moroccan philosopher and social theorist Moh
The field of gerontology, the study of aging, has emerged as an area of increasing importance. This book is an introduction to the multidisciplinary field of gerontology. The text, with its friendly
Provides readers with an engaging introduction to light. With colorful spreads, clear text, helpful diagrams, and a "Science in Action" activity, this book offers an exciting look at physics in the re
Provides readers with an engaging introduction to energy. With colorful spreads, clear text, helpful diagrams, and a "Science in Action" activity, this book offers an exciting look at physics in the r
Provides readers with an engaging introduction to waves. With colorful spreads, clear text, helpful diagrams, and a "Science in Action" activity, this book offers an exciting look at physics in the re
Boy Scouts co-founder and avid outdoorsman "Uncle Dan" Beard offers young readers a clear, enthusiastic introduction to the joys of hunting in this timeless guide. Together with Bellmore H. Browne, an
Gain a gentle introduction to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) using the Raspberry Pi as the computing platform. Most of the major AI topics will be explored, including expert systems, machin
Providing an introduction to stochastic optimal control in in?nite dimension, this book gives a complete account of the theory of second-order HJB equations in in?nite-dimensional Hilbert spaces, focu
A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 2017A reissue of this classic title brought up to date with never-before-published material from the original taped interviews and a new introduction by Andrew Morton.This ed
Poetry. Second Edition with an introduction by David St. John. "A brandishment of insouciant play, Jeanette Marie Clough's FLOURISH is a 'bold or extravagant gesture or action' from start to finish. L
With an introduction and commentary by the author, this book includes subjects ranging from evolution and Darwinian natural selection to the role of scientist as prophet, whether science is itself a r
This new translation of four revised radio interviews, conducted from 8-15 December 2002 at France Culture with Élie During, is the best introduction to Bernard Stiegler's Technics and Time series. Th
Published to accompany the eponymous exhibition, held at the Grolier Club May 17-July 29, 2017. Preface by Jerry Kelly, Introduction by Christopher Calderhead, followed by a catalogue of the 88 items
For all curious readers, a lively introduction to radical ideas and discoveries that are transforming our knowledge of the universe This book provides a tour of the “greatest hits” of cosmological dis
As Marko Dumancic writes in his introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and the Cold War, "despite the centrality of gender and sexuality in human relations, their scholarly study has played a secondary ro
As Marko Dumancic writes in his introduction to Gender, Sexuality, and the Cold War, "despite the centrality of gender and sexuality in human relations, their scholarly study has played a secondary ro
The author of the New York Times bestseller Garden of Lies returns to Victorian London in an all-new novel of deadly obsession. Calista Langley operates an exclusive “introduction” agency in Victor
Go ?outside,” ?elsewhere,” and down the ?rabbit hole” with this hilarious introduction to compound words. Young readers will fall in love with the English language as they watch star cartoonist Ivan B
My First Japanese Kanji Book is an inventive and unique introduction to kanji for children.Written by the mother-daughter team of Eriko and Anna Sato, this lovely book introduces 109 kanji characters
