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A breathtaking new vision of a legendary tale. Snow White is the only person in the land fairer than the evil queen who is out to destroy her. But what the wicked ruler never imagined is that the youn

Explores the adolescent years and draws on extensive research to offer teens practical ways to cope with such important issues as peers, parents, relationships, school choices, and the future.

Help your preschooler learn how to trace, copy and write key first words with this colorful, practical and fun wipe-clean book. The sturdy board pages are full of great exercises and activities for yo

Pearl, a dream vision, presents its poignant story of the education of a misguided Christian soul in metrically intricate and verbally ornate stanzas that add up to an overarching numerical design. To

Proven strategies for implementing the right data warehouse and business intelligence solutions for current and future business needs In The Data Warehouse Mentor: Practical Data Warehouse and Busines

Flash Cards is a primer of modern Chinese life—constructing a complex philosophical vision from swatches of daily events and observations. As Yu Jian has written about his own work: "It is possible to

Covering many techniques widely used in research, this book will help researchers in the physical sciences and engineering solve troublesome - and potentially very time consuming - problems in their work. The book deals with technical difficulties that often arise unexpectedly during the use of various common experimental methods, as well as with human error. It provides preventive measures and solutions for such problems, thereby saving valuable time for researchers. Some of the topics covered are: sudden leaks in vacuum systems, electromagnetic interference in electronic instruments, vibrations in sensitive equipment, and bugs in computer software. The book also discusses mistakes in mathematical calculations, and pitfalls in designing and carrying out experiments. Each chapter contains a summary of its key points, to give a quick overview of important potential problems and their solutions in a given area.

R to L (Japanese Style). A touching, character-rich vision of an intriguing new world.

It's summer vacation, the weather's great, and all the kids are having fun outside. So where's Greg Heffley? Inside his house, playing video games. But Greg's mom has a different vision for an ideal s

Practical ECG Interpretation draws on Dr. Stouffer's clinical experience to identify specific tracings and findings that will aid diagnosis of a wide variety of disorders, incluidng atrial spetal defe

Practical Paediatric Procedures is an invaluable multimedia tool for the pediatrician in training. Covering all core diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that the trainee would be expected to know ho

The Indian langauge Marathi is spoken by over 50 million people. This helpful guide, with its bilingual dictionary and practical phrasebook, is an essential companion for travellers and businesspeople

Henry Mintzberg revolutionized our understanding of what managers do in The Nature of Managerial Work, his landmark book. Now in this comprehensive new volume, Mintzberg broadens his vision to explor

The Art of Dementia Care is a practical guide intended for all who provide support, encouragement and care for people with dementia. Using a relationship model of care, you will learn how you can mak

This volume gives language teachers, software designers, and researchers who wish to use technology in second or foreign language education the information they need to absorb what has been achieved so far and to make sense of it. It is designed to enable the kind of critical reading of a substantial literature that leads to a balanced and detailed knowledge of the field. Chapter by chapter, the book builds, through description, analysis, examples, and discussion, a detailed picture of modern CALL.In this book, the label “CALL” is interpreted broadly to include technology-enhanced language learning, Web-enhanced language learning, and information and communication technologies for language learning. The work is distinguished by its attention to a range of languages rather than just English.The authors first set the scene and introduce major areas of interest and growth in CALL, and then look in depth at seven important dimensions: design, evaluation, computer-mediated communication, th

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Choosing a compassionate lifestyle that makes you feel good and positively impacts on the environment and on animals has never been easier. In this practical and accessible handbook, loaded with resou

The Las Vegas Insight City Guide combines insightful writing and lavish full-color photography in a portable format with an emphasis on practical information. Inside this Las Vegas Insight City Guide,

Advice for women from women for negotiating their own leadership careers This is a practical guide for any woman dealing with a demanding role. Drawing on extensive interviews with women leaders, the

Oryx and Crake is at once an unforgettable love story and a compelling vision of the future. Snowman, known as Jimmy before mankind was overwhelmed by a plague, is struggling to survive in a world whe

Trapped in a tower with no door, Rapunzel is allowed to see no one but the sorceress who has imprisoned her-until the day a young prince hears her singing to the forest birds. . . . The timeless tale of Rapunzel is vividly and magnificently brought to life through Paul O. Zelinsky's powerful sense of narrative and his stunning oil paintings."Simply put, this is a gorgeous book; it demonstrates respect for the traditions of painting and the fairy tale while at the same time adhering to a singular, wholly original, artistic vision." (The Horn Book, starred review)

Eye-popping visuals and vibrant colors combined with practical exercises make learning Chinese fun and effective Practice Makes Perfect: Beginning Chinese Interactive Edition incorporates video, two

YOUR SUCCESS IN BUSINESS DEPENDS ON HOW WELL YOU THINK Six Thinking Hats can help you think better-with its practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. It is

Filled with practical, everyday activities that build language development and early literacy into your daily schedule. Use circle time, snack time, dramatic play or any other time throughout the day

In Poetics of Relation, French-Caribbean writer and philosopher Edouard Glissant turns the concrete particulars of Caribbean reality into a complex, energetic vision of a world in transformation. He

Turn stressful transition times into fun learning experiences with practical, simple activities. From Good Morning to Circle Time to Clean-Up, every part of the day is addressed with appropriate, imag

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Two centuries after they were published, Kant's ethical writings are as much admired and imitated as they have ever been, yet serious and long-standing accusations of internal incoherence remain unresolved. Onora O'Neill traces the alleged incoherences to attempt to assimilate Kant's ethical writings to modern conceptions of rationality, action and rights. When the temptation to assimilate is resisted, a strikingly different and more cohesive account of reason and morality emerges. Kant offers a `constructivist' vindication of reason and a moral vision in which obligations are prior to rights and in which justice and virtue are linked. O'Neill begins by reconsidering Kant's conceptions of philosophical method, reason, freedom, automony and action. She then moves on to the more familiar terrain of interpretation of the Categorical Imperative, while in the last section she emphasises differences between Kant's ethics and recent 'Kantian' ethics, including the work of John Rawls and othe

An illustrated rhyming biography of the African American woman and first Naval engineer to design a ship using a computer. “Solid inspiration.” -Kirkus, starred review

Computer Vision: Principles, Algorithms, Applications, Learning (previously entitled Computer and Machine Vision) clearly and systematically presents the basic methodology of computer vision, covering

This book presents practical optimization techniques used in image processing and computer vision problems. Ill-posed problems are introduced and used as examples to show how each type of problem is r

The book presents a comprehensive overview of modern mathematical concepts, models, methods and tools with applications in computer graphics, computer vision and machine learning.Fifteen topics in mod

The book presents a comprehensive overview of modern mathematical concepts, models, methods and tools with applications in computer graphics, computer vision and machine learning.Fifteen topics in mod

The major progress in computer vision allows us to make extensive use of medical imaging data to provide us better diagnosis, treatment and predication of diseases. Computer vision can exploit texture

Computer Vision: A Modern Approach, 2e, is appropriate for upper-division undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in computer vision found in departments of Computer Science, Computer Engineering an

This is a dialogue across East and West,and a sincere remembrance of trust, responsibility, and mission.From classroom to life, from ideas to practice,the book records not only Drucker’s thought,but the legacy of a belief at its core:that management exists to develop human beings.In 1999, Peter Drucker, the father of modern management, embarked on a profound dialogue with Chinese entrepreneur Shao Minglo over a shared vision for education. Drucker made a solemn commitment: to serve as Shao’s pro bono advisor for the rest of his life. In the years that followed, the two met regularly in California to discuss management education in China, economic realities, and organizational culture—forging a deep friendship that transcended both culture and age.This book records that precious journey. It illustrates not only how Drucker translated ideas into practice, but also portrays his sincerity, warmth, and humanity. He held a deep hope for the future of management in China, remained steadfast i

For the first printing only! This hardcover features exclusive painted edges while the special edition supply lasts. In a world ruled by the tenets of Greek mythology, one girl's fate is more than it appears in the first book in a new dark academia fantasy middle grade series from #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Crave series Tracy Wolff. What's your myth? Penelope Weaver has spent her whole life preparing to attend Anaximander's Academy, where students learn how to bring to life the stories of Greek mythology as well as discover the Greek god whose principles they most embody. Penelope knows she's an Athena--all smart, practical, and rule-following girls who take part in stories that matter are Athenas. But when Penelope and her twin brother Paris arrive at Anaximander's, it appears fate has other plans. Penelope isn't placed with Athena but with students who are anything but practical and who prefer parties to rules. And that's just the beginning. She's given the world's w

Core Insight：Cross-Domain Data Collaboration: Unlocking Chip PotentialEliminating the "efficiency gap" caused by knowledge silos is the starting point for industry potential. Data doesn't lie; Data Science provides the solution: Through innovation and cross-domain restructuring, we visualize results to become the critical accelerator for boosting efficiency.GenAI Reshaping the Future of SemiconductorsFacing the immense challenge of the slowing pace of Moore's Law, the semiconductor industry urgently requires new breakthroughs. This book is specifically designed to solve the "Efficiency Black Hole" that consumes tens of billions of dollars annually in the industry.The Empowering DTCO Innovation with AI and Machine Learning offers readers a practical DTCO.ML Framework, demonstrating how to leverage Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI (GenAI) technologies to inject new acceleration into chip manufacturing processes. Learn to master process variability and optimize chip energy efficien

Rejection letters. Cryptic reviewer comments. APA nightmares.Sound familiar?Ten Moments of Chaos, Ten Lessons Learned is a behind-the-scenes tour of the academic publishing world, told through the misadventures of a rookie researcher named Ted. Each chapter dives into a moment of confusion, panic, or quiet triumph that every scholar eventually faces-whether it's deciphering a revise-and-resubmit decision or realizing that even your file name tells a story. This isn't your typical dry guide to publishing; it's honest, relatable, and surprisingly funny.But beyond the chaos lies something deeper: the quiet, meaningful process of becoming a scholar who writes with purpose and resilience. With a mix of practical tips and heartfelt storytelling, this book is for anyone who's ever stared down a rejection email, questioned their worth, or dared to hope that their work might matter to someone. Flip to any chapter-and you just might find the inspiration you didn't know you needed.

Now in paperback! Best friends Drag and Rex are back to cook up oodles more fun in the second book in a charming buddy series that reads like a modern FROG AND TOAD.Drag is a devoted, daring, and dreamy dragon. Rex is a precise, practical, and patient T. Rex. Together, they always have tons of fun.Whether it’s coming up with the perfect Valentine’s Day present, making the tricky decision of what to cook for dinner, or helping remember that really important thing that’s just out of reach, as a team, they can face down any challenge. It's great to have a friend you can count on!Sweet and Silly, the second book in the Drag and Rex series, features three stories told in short chapters, accompanied by bright, joy-filled full color illustrations, allowing developing readers to gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment as they giggle along with the silly antics of their favorite new friends.