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How big is big? In this large board book from award-winning creator Xavier Deneux, children learn how different animals compare in size: from the tall turkey to the enormous blue whale. The turkey is a big bird, but a bear is bigger. A walrus is big, but a hippo is even bigger! The bold attention-grabbing visuals provide a close-up of the animals' large sizes and the added facts about what they eat--plus flaps, die-cuts and more--make this book a delightful introduction to the world of animals.- A captivating animal-themed book- Bold, eye-catching illustrations- interactive elements- Durable board book format Big, Big Animals is perfect for very young animal fans!- Fun family read-aloud books- Books for children aged 0-3- Books for toddlers and preschoolers

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本書譯自Robert W. Fox、Alan T. McDonald和Philip J. Pritchard所著的「Introduction to Fluid Mechanics」第六版，延續第五版的風格，本書仍是以基本法則來強調流體力學的物理觀念和分析方法，並且補強第五版之不足，在第六版中，有將近70％的範例和習題使用公制單位，其餘沿用英制單位，可幫助讀者了解兩種單位的換算。本書內容豐富，解說精

本書譯自James A. Rehg所著的""Introduction to Robotics InCIM systems""。James A. Rehg的學識、實務經驗相當豐富，尤其是機器人方面特別有研究。他將研究心得整理成書，從基本概念、運動、程式設計、應用……等等，都沒有艱澀的理論及複雜的計算，由淺入深、易學易懂。而譯者的文筆流暢、貼切原意，將本書發揮到最高價值。本書非常適合大專院校「機器人」

The Taj Mahal in India has been called a 'teardrop on the cheek of time'. This grand monument that was raised to house the mortal remains of Mumtaz Mahal, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's beloved wife, today draws millions of visitors from across the globe.One of more than 85 titles Campfire has published since their introduction to North America in 2010.This is the story behind the Taj Mahal - of the incredible love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, how they met and fell in love, and how Shah Jahan was to lose her as she died while giving birth. This is also the story of how the Taj Mahal was built, and how the great Mughal emperor spent his last days imprisoned in his fort, pining for his beloved Mumtaz, as he gazed over the river for a view of the magnificent edifice, a monumental reminder of his love and loss.

The zany characters of the STEAM Team will guide kids ages 5-7 through this engaging, fact-packed book all about the key STEAM subjects: science, technology, engineering, art, and math.This bright and cheery illustrated book for kids ages 5-7 breaks down STEAM subjects, like science and technology, into fun and easily understandable chunks. Join the STEAM Team to unravel the mysteries of the world: Find out how robots work, what a food chain is, where lightning comes from, how lungs allow you to breathe, and much more. The STEAM Team characters (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) guide the reader through the book and are always on hand with tips, fun facts, and simple explanations. With sections covering living things, the human body, space, physics, geography, math, engineering, and chemistry, this book is a perfect introduction for kids starting to learn about science at school, or those who are just developing an interest in how the world works.

本書譯自美國David J.Griffiths教授所著《Introduction to Quantum Mechanics》（Second Edition），是“時代教育．國外高校優秀教材精選”系列之一，其內容包含了我國大學量子力學最主要的內容。本書的特色是：強調量子力學的實驗基礎和基本概念，講解直接從薛定諤方程開始，同時力圖體現現代物理學內容，把問題擴展到多個前沿的研究領域，如統計物理、固體物理

Happy Birthday to the New York Times Best Seller, Big Nate! Celebrate twenty-five years of the Big Nate cartoon strip with this jam-packed compendium of everything you've ever wanted to know about the character and Lincoln Peirce, the creator behind him.If there's one word that Big Nate would use to describe himself, it would be E-P-I-C! And so is this slipcased, jam-packed book full of cartoons and memorabilia celebrating 25 years of Big Nate: Epic Big Nate.Kicking off with an introduction by acclaimed Mutts creator, Patrick McDonnell, and followed with a Q and A with Diary of a Wimpy Kid author, Jeff Kinney, find out how novels and cartoons made Big Nate into the phenomenal success it has become. Lincoln Peirce shares anecdotes along with images and excerpts from blog posts over the years, revealing the behind-the-scenes stories behind the stories. It also includes behind-the-scenes looks at Big Nate the Musical in various stages and incarnations, Big Nate world's record strip, with

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《電腦視覺檢測逆問題導論》(Introduction to Inverse Problems in Computer Vision Inspection) 一書介紹了利用電腦視覺這一嶄新的技術手段進行無接觸、高速的目標檢測和測量方法, 以及為達到其目標所採用的數學逆問題處理手段。本書從數學逆問題的角度歸納了電腦視覺處理圖像的常用技術, 解析了相關的數學方法, 較為系統介紹了利用電腦視覺進行檢測一些

普通心理學──艾金森＆西爾格德》（Atkinson and Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology）第十四版除承接經典心理學的研究基礎外，並強調它們對本領域以及我們日常生活所產生的衝擊。另外本版也收錄許多創新研究，其中包括：認知神經科學的發展；腦部與行為關係的研究；感覺與知覺基本研究所進行的創新應用；情緒議題的「新研究潮流」；人格的遺傳與演化論；心理病態的處遇與其

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本書譯自美國著名物理教育家David J. Griffiths教授所著的《Introduction to Electrodynamics》（第3版），是“時代教育·國外高校優秀教材精選”系列之一，其內容包含了我國大學本科電動力學的主要內容，也涵蓋了部分電磁學的內容。本書以其豐富的內容、清晰的物理概念和新穎的敘述風格得到廣泛好評，在世界範圍內，被許多大學選為本科生電動力學課程的教材。 本書以清晰易懂

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本書入門性地介紹了機械工程領域所涉及的一些基本知識和分析問題、解決問題的方法。全書共8章，主要內容有：解決問題能力的訓練；機械零件與機床；結構與流體力學；材料和應力；熱和能量系統；機械的運動和機械設計。各章后有多種類型習題供學生思考、練習，篇幅適當，適合我國高等學校機械、能源、動力工程等相關專業的本科一、二年級學生使用。強力推薦：An Introduction to Mechanical Engi

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This is the definitive companion to the study of metaphysics. It provides students with an accessible, comprehensive and philosophically rigorous introduction to all the key concepts, issues and debates. Ideal for use on undergraduate courses, the structure and content of this textbook closely reflect the way metaphysics is studied. Thematically structured, the text introduces all the various philosophical problems addressed by metaphysics through the idea of truth-making, a useful lens through which the topic is clearly and concisely explicated. With a particular focus on method in contemporary metaphysics, the book examines a variety of metaphysical topics, including the nature of properties, time, causation and objects. The book offers

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本書為《管理會計概論》(Introduction to Managerial Accounting)第四版譯書，除詳細介紹各項管理會計之基礎觀念與方法，並同時於各個主題中穿插相關的企業實例，讀者能將理論與實務做一融會貫通，除了基本知識外，更進一步瞭解其在產業上的應用，使管理會計的學習呈現多元化。此外，亦針對近年來全球金融事件的發生而引起關注的議題，如企業道德、公司治理及風險管理等做進一步闡述。最後

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

本書旨在講授及實踐國際知名語言學家韓禮德所設計的多種語法分析方法，是一部適用于教學和應用方面的工具書。本書總結介紹了韓禮德關於小句複合體、分句、語義組和短句語法的主要觀點，闡明了普遍被視為艱深的課題，並附有一系列分級練習，供學生演練學習語法分析技巧用。本書可單獨用作教科書講授功能語法的課程，亦可配合韓禮德所著的《功能語法入門》(Introduction to Functional Grammar)

The only introduction into the exciting chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides. The book is based on a number of courses on "f elements"The author has a long experience in teaching this field of chemistryLanthanides have become very common elements in research and technology applications; this book offers the basic knowledgeThe book offers insights into a vast range of applications, from lasers to synthesisThe Inorganic Chemistry: A Textbook series reflects the pivotal role of modern inorganic and physical chemistry in a whole range of emerging areas, such as materials chemistry, green chemistry and bioinorganic chemistry, as well as providing a solid grounding in established areas such as solid state chemistry, coordination chemistry, main group chemistry and physical inorganic chemistry.Lanthanide and Actinide Chemistry is a one-volume account of the Lanthanides (including scandium and yttrium), the Actinides and the Transactinide elements, intended as an introductory treatment for u

The only introduction into the exciting chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides. The book is based on a number of courses on "f elements"The author has a long experience in teaching this field of chemistryLanthanides have become very common elements in research and technology applications; this book offers the basic knowledgeThe book offers insights into a vast range of applications, from lasers to synthesisThe Inorganic Chemistry: A Textbook series reflects the pivotal role of modern inorganic and physical chemistry in a whole range of emerging areas, such as materials chemistry, green chemistry and bioinorganic chemistry, as well as providing a solid grounding in established areas such as solid state chemistry, coordination chemistry, main group chemistry and physical inorganic chemistry.Lanthanide and Actinide Chemistry is a one-volume account of the Lanthanides (including scandium and yttrium), the Actinides and the Transactinide elements, intended as an introductory treatment for u

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開創3D電影風潮《阿凡達》開播13年後終於迎來續集！DK出版社鉅細靡遺的美術設定集，重溫絕美科幻場景。邀請到主演及製作人寫下序言，更收錄《阿凡達2》的小驚喜讓讀者先睹為快。Celebrate the first decade of James Cameron’s Avatar and the beginnings of an epic cinematic journey.Delve into the majestic world of Pandora and discover the incredible wealth of creativity that led this story to become the highest-grossing film of all time and the winner of three Academy Awards. The World of Avatar celebrates, explores, and explains the spectacular world of Pandora—its extraordinary geology, flora and fauna, and the customs and beliefs of its people, the mysterious Na’vi. The book uniquely covers key content from all aspects of the burgeoning franchise. It combines original movie stills and artwork with stunning imagery from Cirque du Soleil’s Avatar-inspired show Toruk: The First Flight; and Disney World’s Pandora—The World of Avatar.With a foreword by Avatar star Zoe Saldana (Neytiri), and an introduction by producer Jon Landau, The World of Avatar concludes with a “sneak peek” of

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Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas. Now in its second edition, Benjamin J. Cohen’s introduction provides a comprehensive and up-to-date global survey of the field of international political economy. With detailed discussions regarding the divergent paths of different schools of thought in the field, this unique guide explores the links between contending factions. This Advanced Introduction gives students access to the multiple analytical styles and traditions of all perspectives in this rich field of study. Key features of the second edition: • Concise introduction to the field in an accessible, non-technical form updated with the most recent discussions in IPE• Further in depth analysis of the most

Introduction to the Theory of Grammar makes available to teachers and students of syntax a comprehensive critical review of the main results of present day grammatical theory and shows how they were a