Reference Collection Development

A five-volume resource includes background and interpretation of the American Revolution, profiles of sixty men and women who were key players on the British and American side, and a collection of ann

Tee up with a fun and easy golfing primer. Amusing and informative, this miniature quick-reference guide to the sport covers the basics-how to drive, chip, putt, and look like a pro on the course. Di

In order to help people with a mental illness it is important to be able to understand and measure the severity of the experiences that they find distressing and disabling and which can affect their behaviour. SCAN is a form of interview, found acceptable to patients, which provides a detailed and accurate picture of 'mental state'. When analysed by computer it provides a diagnosis that is comparable wherever the system is used. The 9th edition of the Present State Examination (PSE-9) was published in 1974 and served to link the two main approaches to the description and classification of psychological problems. PSE-10/SCAN builds on the experience of extensive tests using PSE-9. It retains the main features of PSE-9 and links together the two international classification systems, ICD-10 and DSM-IV. This reference manual is a companion to the SCAN interview schedule and software. It describes the rationale and development of the system and provides a valuable introduction to its uses.

This book provides comprehensive information on all aspects of consumer affective testing, including principles, application and implementation of consumer affective tests, data collection, statist

This up-to-the-minute reference delineates-in a systematic fashion-the appropriate, sequential steps for the formulation of safe, effective, stable, and marketable liquid parenteral biopharmaceutical

Quantitative comparisons to be used on a global basis, focusing on over 460 language groups and the impact linguistic groups have upon such factors as economic development, demographic behavior, and g

The Physics is one of Aristotle's masterpieces--a work of extraordinary intellectual power which has had a profound influence on the development of metaphysics and the philosophy of science, as well a

In today's hypercompetitive global marketplace, accurate cost estimating is crucial to bottom-line results. Nowhere is this more evident than in the design and development of new products and services

This collection draws together a distinguished group of authors to explore how capitalism contributes to the development and underdevelopment of the Third World. It provides a superb overview of key c

Explanations of reading disorders need to be framed in terms of theories of the normal development of reading and spelling. This collection of papers, based on a selection of those to be presented to

This volume deals with the rise and development of early Christian poetry, discussing its techniques and its theoretical foundation. The individual papers concern specimens of Hebrew, Syriac, Greek an

In this authoritative three-volume reference work, leading researchers bring together current work to provide a comprehensive analysis of the comparative morphology, development, evolution, and funct

This collection of papers presents a developmental story of children's language acquisition in their significant third year of life.

Investigating the ways development strategies have affected traditional cultural values and social practices, this scholarly and imaginative collection of essays critically examines the role of Wester

Wisdom is such an elusive psychological construct that few people have considered it a viable field, though many are fascinated by the topic. Well-known psychologist Robert J. Sternberg of Yale University, perceiving the growth of interest in wisdom as a field, saw a need to document the progress that has been made in the field since the early '80s and to point the way for future theory and research. The resulting comprehensive and authoritative book, Wisdom: Its Nature, Origins and Development, is a well-rounded collection of psychological views on wisdom. It introduces this concept of wisdom, considers philosophical issues and developmental approaches, and covers as well folk conceptions of the topic. In the final section, Professor Sternberg provides an integration of the fascinating and comprehensive material.

This book raises the idea of a distinct discipline of cultural psychology, the study of the ways that psyche and culture, subject and object, and person and world make up each other. Cultural Psychology is a collection of essays from leading scholars in anthropology, psychology, and linguistics who examine these relationships with special reference to core areas of human development: cognition, learning, self, personality dynamics, and gender. The chapters critically examine such questions as: Is there an intrinsic psychic unity to humankind? Can cultural traditions transform the human psyche, resulting less in psychic unity than in ethnic divergences in mind, self, and emotion? Are psychological processes local or specific to the sociocultural environments in which they are embedded? The volume is an outgrowth of the internationally known Chicago Symposia on Culture and Human Development. It will appeal to an interdisciplinary audience of anthropologists, psychologists, linguists, his

The editors present, in a single volume, a valuable reference source for students of mammalian embryology, genetics, and physiology, this book provides a thorough overview of the field of embryonic development - its current status along with possible directions in the future.

Something instructive occurred in the process of entitling the present collection. Both editor and publisher sought a simple and succinct rubric for the various pieces of work. But they rapidly and re

In recent years Latin Americanists have been among the most innovative and productive theorists about the uneven process of development. This collection of substantial selections from some of the most

Pray, attend at once! A most perplexing scandal requires your immediate attention in this puzzle-packed mystery adventure for cognitive development and sharpening your mind at any age!From the timeless world of Jane Austen comes a collection of 50 original brainteasers steeped in the wit and intrigue of Regency society. Join England's cleverest heroines to untangle cozy capers set in grand assembly rooms and sprawling country estates. You'll tackle everything from scandalous whispers revealed on calling cards to secrets overheard in carriages, all with a delightful mix of smarts and humor.It is up to YOU to navigate the delicate rules of society, decipher the clues, and protect the reputations of ladies and gentlemen alike. With a pencil and your sharpest insights, you will feel as though you've stepped right into the pages of a beloved novel. These diverting challenges offer hours of immersive, screen-free fun.So... WhodunLit?This puzzle book features the following at various levels o

A compendium of never-before-published contact sheets from the iconic documentarian of the American West, spanning decades and formats, replete with his red-marker frame selections and handwritten notes Robert Adams' photographs of the Western landscape are iconic reminders of nature's resilience in the face of human development. But as this collection of never-before-published contact sheets shows, his precise arrangements of clouds, trees and roads under clear Colorado light were not inevitable. Instead, they are the result of Adams' relentless searching for form and his inimitable, exacting photographic technique, as evidenced by prints marked with cropping lines, exposure times and other notes. The book pairs around 50 photographs with their original contact sheets, each showing the exposures from a single roll of medium format film, or with contact-printed 4x5 negatives and pencil-drawn printing guides. The photographs span 20 years, from the 1960s to the mid-1980s, just before Ad

This stunning new edition of Iron Flame features gorgeous stenciled edges designed to match Fourth Wing and Onyx Storm--bringing all three books together in one striking visual set. Available as a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada only. Discover the instant #1 New York Times bestseller! TV series now in development at MGM Amazon Studios with Michael B. Jordan's Outlier Society. Accolades for Fourth WingAmazon Best Books of the Year, #4 - Apple Best Books of the Year 2023 - Barnes & Noble Best Fantasy Book of 2023 (Fourth Wing and Iron Flame) - NPR "Books We Love" 2023 - Audible Best Books of 2023 - Hudson Book of the Year - Google Play Best Books of 2023 - Indigo Best Books of 2023 - Waterstones Book of the Year finalist - Goodreads Choice Award, semi-finalist - Newsweek Staffers' Favorite Books of 2023 - Paste Magazine's Best Books of 2023"The first year is when some of us lose our lives. The second year is when the rest of us lose our humanity." --Xaden Riorson Every

A bumper book for little learners that's bursting with fascinating facts about life on Earth, both past and present. This stunning collection includes three incredible reference books that help curious children answer all kinds of questions about prehistoric times, amazing animals, and life around the world. The first three books in the fact-filled series are included in this set: My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things (ISBN 9780744080506)My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs (ISBN 9780744099140)My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals (ISBN 9781465461988)Stunning photography and fun illustrations support the age-appropriate text and bitesize facts, helping eager learners gain a strong understanding of dozens of different topics about the planet, human bodies, animals, dinosaurs, different cultures, and global history. They'll discover amazing inventions that changed human history, find out how much sleep they need compared to different animals, learn which animals have no bon

An incredible collection of the first three books in the Unofficial Harry Potter Reference Library, delving into the magic and mystery of the Wizarding World's spells, characters and creaturesThis stunning boxed set collects the three most popular books in the Unofficial Harry Potter Reference Library series - an incredible collection that digs deep into the lore of the Wizarding World. Inside you'll find:The Unofficial Ultimate Harry Potter Spellbook: Details more than 250 spells, charms, curses, hexes and jinxes in all, plus a catalog of enchanted objects.The Unofficial Harry Potter Bestiary: Covers every monster, beast or creature that has ever appeared in any official Harry Potter book, film, or theatrical production, including more than 200 fascinating, magical creatures in all, with each entry providing details such as first appearance, location, disposition, physical appearance, attack abilities, defenses and intriguing story facts.The Unofficial Harry Potter Character Compendiu

Classrooms are dynamic spaces of teaching and learning, where language and culture are intertwined in remarkable ways. The theory of language socialization explores how sociocultural practices in classrooms help to shape language learning and development. This collection is the first of its kind to bring together research on this fascinating concept. It presents ten case studies, based on linguistic and ethnographic research conducted in classrooms located within communities in North America, Europe and India, spanning learners from preschool, to primary and secondary school, to university. Following an introduction that discusses the theory and core concepts of language socialization, the volume is divided into three central themes: socializing values, dispositions, and stances; socializing identities; and language socialization and ideology. Both new and more experienced researchers will appreciate its new insights into how language socialization is carried out across the globe.

In 2015, the United Nations established seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) that aimed 'to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all' by 2030. The chapters within this collection address each of these SDGs, considering how they relate to one another and international law, and what institutions could aid their implementation. Development has been a contentious topic since the decolonization period after World War II, and issues surrounding sustainable development are necessarily impacted by the multifaceted relationship between the Global South and Global North. Confronting the context and challenge of sustainable development, this collection outlines how the international economic system problematizes the attainment of the SDGs. Introducing a novel, cosmopolitan approach, this book offers new ways of understanding sustainable development and suggests potential solutions so that we might finally achieve it.