SQL Built-In Functions And Stored Procedures

這是一本針對 SQL 初學者的圖書。本書著重講解 SQL 的數據檢索能力，覆蓋了 SQL 語言的所有核心概念，並且配有豐富的實踐示例。本書以直觀且富有邏輯性的順序來組織主題，以SQL關鍵字為線索層層遞進。書中介紹了3種廣泛使用的數據庫，它們是： Microsoft SQL Server、MySQL 和 Oracle。本書適合SQL語言的初學者和初級的數據庫管理員學習和參考，也可以作為高等院校相關專業的教學參考書。

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«每個人的故事都有它的意義——透過挖掘劉宰的生命故事，探索南宋士人的崇高使命感 «不再侷限皇帝達官顯要的歷史——重新建構南宋基層社會樣貌 ◎「與士大夫共治天下」不是說說而已——致仕歸鄉仍有志於社會 劉宰是何許人也？劉宰並非南宋重臣名宦，身分僅為地方士人官僚，他在官途順遂且尚處壯年之時，毅然辭官返鄉。由於他過往擔任地方基層官的種種經驗，加之家鄉鎮江府金壇縣位處南宋與金的邊境，是當時南宋政局動盪的首衝之地，於是他選擇「退而不休」，不只積極號召、凝聚鄉親人力，更多次推動大型社會公益活動。 ◎小人物立大功——誰說只有權有勢的官宦才能影響政局及社會 縱然劉宰不似同時代的史彌遠、韓侂冑等人威名赫赫，劉宰雖已脫離官場，他仍時常與當權者通信，並且依據自己在地方地所聞所見，提供政策解決方案，同時對時局提出建言。他作為政府官方與地方士人的中介，促使南宋地方政府與基層社會緊密連結，展現南宋時代的獨特士人社會力。 作者結合地理環境和時代政局的變動，描繪劉宰一生所關注、推動以及與時代環境緊密連結的家國事業，藉由認識劉宰他的人格特質以及他所代表的南宋時代的士人社會力微觀研究出發，剖析環境與資源對區域的發展影響，建構出更完整的南宋社會樣貌，試圖從與過往不同的視角理解南宋在中國歷史轉型期的關鍵地位。 Huang Kuanchung is a social historian, political historian, cultural historian, and intellectual historian all at once. All his talents are in apparent in this fascinating and important study of Liu Zai 劉宰in Southern Song local society and national politics. 黃寬重同時是社會、政治、文化和思想史學家。他所有的才能，在這部精彩且重要的關於南宋地方社會和國家政治的劉宰研究中，顯露無遺。——Peter Bol（包弼德）&n

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Parents should pass down stories, not spirits...Avery and Carlos Tam have built their lives on logic, not legends. Carlos, the host of a hit reality show that exposes paranormal hoaxes, has made a name disproving the supernatural.But when they travel to his ancestral home in the Philippines, darkness clings to every corner. The mirrors are shrouded. The housekeeper won't stay in the house alone. And no one will speak of the tragedies the family has seen.Then a brutal car crash leaves Carlos trapped in his own body--silent, helpless, and utterly vulnerable. As Avery tends to him, the house begins to stir. It watches. It listens. And it speaks--in a voice only Carlos can hear--offering a twisted kind of comfort.And as the lies buried by Carlos and his family begin to surface, Avery must confront the truth: if the past won't rest, their future may never begin.Some inherit memories. Others inherit monsters.

完美結合《怪奇物語》與《神秘博士》的驚悚氛圍，是恐怖小說愛好者的必讀之作。強烈推薦給12以上的中階讀者！準備好了嗎？他們要來找你了！沒人知道「暗檔庫」的起源是什麼。一個收錄各種靈異、超自然與詭異現象的資料庫，詳盡到令人毛骨悚然，真實到膽戰心驚。亞當和索爾在露營時誤闖一座廢棄鬼鎮，陷入詭異的「捉迷藏」遊戲中。但追捕他們的，究竟是人，還是……？"A writer of genuine originality" -The GuardianGoosebumpsfor a new generation of readers. Perfect for fans ofStranger ThingsandDoctor Whoand a must-read for Halloween.Coming to find you, ready or not!The first title in a brand new middle-grade horror series by the bestselling author Christopher Edge.Nobody knows who started the Darkive. It's a database filled with first-hand accounts of strange, unexplained experiences. Ghosts; paranormal entities; weird anomalies. Each one is stored with a bank of evidence to prove the story. Are you ready to dive in?Adam didn't think his camping trip with his best friend, Sol, could get any worse. Stumbling upon an abandoned ghost town, they find themselves playing a strange game of hide and seek. But who or what is trying to find them? And can Adam stay one step ahead?"Absolutely l

From the bestselling author ofBorn Survivors, a novel inspired by the powerful true story of a man who risked everything to protect children in Auschwitz.Fredy built a wall against suffering in their hearts . . .Amid the brutality of the Holocaust, one bright spot shone inside the Nazi death camp of Auschwitz. In the shadows of the smokestacks was a wooden hut where children sang, staged plays, wrote poetry, and learned about the world. Within those four walls, brightly adorned with hand-painted cartoons, the youngest prisoners were kept vermin-free, received better food, and were even taught to imagine having full stomachs and a day without fear. Their guiding light was a twenty-seven-year-old gay, Jewish athlete: Fredy Hirsch.Being a teacher in a brutal concentration camp was no mean feat. Forced to begsenior SS officers for better provisions, Fredy risked his life every day to protect his beloved children from mortal danger.But time was running out for Fredy and the hundreds in his

Grab those handles and prepare to take wild shots on goal in this miniature desktop version of the classic bar and basement game: foosball!*Super portable size: The 7-inch-long, fully functional foosball table fits in the palm of your hand and folds up for easy storage and transport*Mini Book included: Kit includes a 32-page mini book on the history and rules of the game*Keep track of the competition: With a built-in score counter at each end, there’s no need to second-guess who’s ahead*Beloved, nostalgic game: The perfect gift or self-purchase for anyone who had a foosball table in their basement or local bar (or always wanted one!)*Latest RP Minis desktop game: Foosball joins our mini games series alongside mini golf, pickleball, shuffleboard, and more

故事開始於約翰「米妮」摩爾在愛達荷州建造了一座礦坑，不過隨後他把礦坑賣給了來自英國的亨利．米勒。亨利之後迎娶了當地女子安妮，並為她蓋了一座豪宅。但在亨利去世之後，安妮遭人欺騙，失去了一切財產，並僅剩這棟豪宅。於是，就像一般人都可以做得到的方式，她和兒子開始養豬維生，可是偏偏鎮上的人卻不想要豬。不過誰能想到，安妮的方法居然不是把豬趕走，而是決定整座房子一起搬走.....Author Dave Eggers and artist Júlia Sardà spin a quirky historical event into a whimsical and tall-ish true tale of ingenuity.It all started when John “Minnie” Moore built a mine in Idaho and sold it to Englishman Henry Miller. Then Henry married a local lass named Annie and built her a mansion. After Henry died and Annie was hoodwinked – losing all but the mansion – she and her son took to raising pigs, as some are wont to do. But the town wanted those pigs out. Who could have guessed that Annie would remove the whole mansion instead – rolling it away slowly on logs – while she and her son were still living in it?Narrated with metafictional flair, make way for history as only Dave Eggers could stage it.

One of the strangest disasters in U.S. history is brought to vivid life in this graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Karen De La Vega.It's been four years since Carmen and Papa moved from Italy to Boston. Life here is exciting, but not always easy. And then there's the massive metal tank that rises up over their crowded North End neighborhood. The ugly tank, filled with sticky brown molasses, has always leaked. But nobody imagined that it could one day explode apart, sending a tsunami of molasses into the streets.Caught in the flood, Carmen must fight for her life -- the life that she and Papa built together in America. But where will she find the strength?Lauren Tarshis's New York Times bestselling I Survived series comes to vivid life in graphic novel editions. Perfect for readers who prefer the graphic novel format, or for existing fans of the I Survived chapter book series, t

Prepare for the action-packed, ruthless, and romantic new fantasy from the #1 New York Times bestselling and National Book Award winning author Sabaa Tahir about vengeance, legacy, and love.An orphan.A prince.An outcast.And a killer that will bring an empire to its knees.Growing up in the Kegari slums, AIZ has seen her share of suffering. An old tragedy fuels her need for vengeance, but it is the strength of her windsmithing magic that propels her. Until one hot-headed mistake lands her in an inescapable prison, where the embers of her wrath ignite.QUIL is the crown prince of the Empire, nephew of the famed and venerated Helene Aquilla, but he’s loathe to pick up the mantle when his aunt steps down. He, better than anyone else, understands that power corrupts. And that sort of corruption is built into his blood, as he is the son of the most hated emperor in the history of his people. How can he lead when cruelty is part of his inheritance?Banished from her tribe for an unforgivea

*10 Million Children Laughing Worldwide*There are lots of laughs at every level in The 169-Storey Treehouse, the last book in the worldwide bestselling Treehouse series by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. Packed full of comic book style illustrations and perfect for fans of Dog Man and Bunny vs. Monkey.'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Danger GangAndy and Terry have added thirteen new levels and built their biggest and most astonishing treehouse yet! It has everything they – and you – could wish for including: an electric pony stable, a NOISY level, a weather dome (where you can have whatever weather you want whenever you want it), and an 100% edible gingerbread house and a potato-powered translation transmitter that allows you to talk to everything everywhere all at the same time. There's also a hall of funhouse mirrors, which is the perfect place to hide from Mr Bunkoff who is trying to catch Andy, Terry and Jill in order to send them to sch

Hong Bao''s father is the biggest hippo in the clan. Her entire family is heavily built, with rounded trunks and thick limbs. Fed up with being so large, Hong Bao decides to go on a diet. As she strives to achieve her ideal body shape, Hong Bao learns that losing too much weight can lead to many undesirable consequences. With the help of her family and friends, can she learn to accept and love herself just the way she is?The I Am Healthy series comprises children''s picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based approach, each book contains a relatable story that will help children understand themselves better, and be able to take practical steps to gr

Mix-and-match new farm animals by spinning the wheel! With five touch-and-feel options to choose from, these books are packed full of fun and giggles for the youngest child.Which farm animal is your favourite?Children will love spinning the wheel to create their very own farm friends! This chunky board book features a built-in wheel containing different touch-and-feel panels for little hands to explore - perfect for developing hand-eye coordination. With five touch-and-feel options to mix-and-match, this book will give hours of fun to any little one!Also available: Don't Mix Up My Dinosaur, Don't Mix Up My Puppy, Don't Mix Up My Shark

A bright and contemporary picture book for young children about the fun of bath time, imaginative play-and fishing for underpants from the bath boat! This morning, Fodo Dodo and Noodle go fishing. They take raincoats, boots, hats and a fishing rod. From their bathtub boat, they soon catch a beautiful striped fish out of the laundry basket-underguppies! Fodo Dodo and Noodle rush to the kitchen to prepare their feast.But the owner of the underpants is not happy with this game of make-believe. Never mind, Fodo Dodo has another idea to keep the fun alive with an even better use for the rest of the laundry. This cheerful, simple story takes its imaginary premise to a laugh out loud ending as two silly animals make the most of playtime in the bath.With wordplay, rhythm and repetition, this stylish picture book is built for a fun read-aloud full of silly words and humor. Themes of imagination and play, and contemporary graphic illustrations all help transform a dull or troublesome bathtime ro

Take a journey from the distant past into a future to be imagined with this gorgeous debut picture book whose gradated pages reflect the passage of time. Hundreds of millions of years ago, land took shape. Millions of years ago, dinosaurs lived on Earth.Thousands of years ago, people built towering pyramids. Ten years ago, the landscape looked different. A month ago, it was still summer.A minute ago, the light was turned off. Now! Make a wish! What will you be doing in a week? How will you celebrate your birthday next year? What will you discover when you are older? What will hold you in awe forever? Moving inexorably from an age primeval into a future filled with questions, Johanna Schaible brings her beautiful collage artwork to an exploration of time that melds a conceptual vision with a physical one. With each page turn, the pages gradually become smaller - showing more and more borders from the past - until they reach the present moment, then grow larger again as time expands into

THE TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER The Pulitzer Prize-winning, Booker-longlisted, bestselling author returns to her beloved heroine Lucy Barton in a luminous novel about love, loss, and the family secrets that can erupt and bewilder us at any point in lifeLucy Barton is a successful writer living in New York, navigating the second half of her life as a recent widow and parent to two adult daughters. A surprise encounter leads her to reconnect with William, her first husband - and longtime, on-again-off-again friend and confidante. Recalling their college years, the birth of theirdaughters, the painful dissolution of their marriage, and the lives they built with other people, Strout weaves a portrait, stunning in its subtlety, of a tender, complex, decades-long partnership.Oh William! captures the joy and sorrow of watching children grow up and start families of their own; of discovering family secrets, late in life, that alter everything we think we know about those closest to us; and

本書以關係數據庫系統為核心，以ＳＱＬ Ｓｅｒｖｅｒ ２００８為平臺，全面闡述數據庫系統的基本概念、基本原理和應用技術，主要包括數據庫基本概念，數據庫設計，數據庫操作，數據庫管理，數據庫應用以及結合程序設計的數據庫開發，並設計了大量的課堂上機實驗指導，同學們在學習過程中，可以邊學邊練。 本書主要分為五個章節：章節一講解數據庫設計的基本概念和設計流程以及方法；章節二講解數據庫的操作，包括ＳＱＬ 命令；

Hans Morgenthau’s Politics Among Nations is a classic of political science, built on the firm foundation of Morgenthau’s watertight reasoning skills.The central aim of reasoning is to construct a logi