The most comprehensive compilation of seismic safety concerns currently available. Implications of historic earthquakes on the built environment and new lessons learned from recent earthquakes are dis
Some of the greatest philosophers, poets and painters of China were famous as hermits in their day and reclusive ideals touched many aspects of social and political life. This study investigates how e
This book opens the black box of qualitative market research and reveals the inner workings of the qualitative process. The influence of group dynamics on the data itself, the significance of body lan
Peter H. Wolff, a world-renowned authority on infant behavior, helped lay the foundation for the field in the 1960s with his innovative studies of behavioral studies, motor coordination, smiling, and
Sound Production introduces students to applying the processes of audio techniques within the sphere of media production. Presuming no prior technical knowledge, Andrew Lansley focuses on universal te
Newly updated throughout, and now covering 118 elements, this crystal-clear guide to the periodic table illuminates the basic concepts of chemistry as it traces the history and development of our know
Economic Development of Southern Sudan provides an overview of the Southern Sudanese economy, and the main causes for the lack of development in the territory. The book suggests strategies and policie
A guide to Tunisia. It includes cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of Tunisia's must-see sites, as well as street-by-street maps of its cities and towns. It helps you to discover Tunisia region
Biotechnology has impacted the textiles industry through the development of more efficient and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, as well as enabling the design of improved textile mate
Armchair Physics is an interactive guide that's part of a series of fascinating subjects - physics, algebra, and chemistry. They contain clear and concise explanations of different concepts, as we
A targeted and insightful guide to the stages of writing fiction and memoir without falling into common traps, while wisely navigating the writing life, from an award-winning author and longtime teach
Everything that is great about the American automobile is presented in this full color, beautifully depicted guide. It includes all of your favorite American models; Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford,
Read and interpret hieroglyphs as you learn about the intriguing world of the Ancient Egyptians.Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs interweaves a clear guide to deciphering this elegant picture language wit
For courses in Criminal Investigation. A practical guide for both students and practitioners in the field. Written by a nationally-recognized expert in criminal investigation and polic
Covers the development, form, function and disorders of the human body. This book helps to look at how your respiratory system works, discover the anatomy up-close and learn about over 200 diseases an
An illustrated history of Norfolk's buildings, and an arguement for using traditional solutions to address the challenges of future development, concluding with a proposal for the new town of Worsted.
A guide for adult children who want to record special memories about growing up alongside their mothers serves as an inspirational keepsake for storing photographs, mementos, and favorite stories, in
Now you can make a Beautiful Butterfly, a Sneaky Snake -- and lots more!This easy-to-follow guide by pop-up masters David A. Carter and James Diaz shows all of you aspiring paper engineers how to mast
A companion guide to the traveling exhibition organized through F.R.A.M.E.--a major artistic exchange program between the U.S. and France--presents a bold new look at American art, focusing on works f
