Universal Design Principles for Architecting Modular Software Systems

The Art and Science of Optical Design is a comprehensive introduction to lens design, covering the fundamental physical principles and key engineering issues. Several practical examples of modern computer-aided lens design are worked out in detail from start to finish. The basic theory and results of optics are presented early on in the book, along with a discussion of optical materials. Aberrations, and their correction, and image analysis are then covered in great detail. Subsequent chapters deal with design optimisation and tolerance analysis. Several design examples are then given, beginning with basic lens design forms, and progressing to advanced systems, such as gradient index and diffractive optical components. In covering all aspects of optical design, including the use of modern lens design software, this book will be invaluable to students of optical engineering as well as to anyone engaged in optical design at any stage.

The Art and Science of Optical Design is a comprehensive introduction to lens design, covering the fundamental physical principles and key engineering issues. Several practical examples of modern computer-aided lens design are worked out in detail from start to finish. The basic theory and results of optics are presented early on in the book, along with a discussion of optical materials. Aberrations, and their correction, and image analysis are then covered in great detail. Subsequent chapters deal with design optimisation and tolerance analysis. Several design examples are then given, beginning with basic lens design forms, and progressing to advanced systems, such as gradient index and diffractive optical components. In covering all aspects of optical design, including the use of modern lens design software, this book will be invaluable to students of optical engineering as well as to anyone engaged in optical design at any stage.

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After introduction to basic concepts, and a review of software design and development, describes, compares, and assesses five methods: Real-Time Structured Analysis and Design (RTSAD); Design Approach

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This book is a digital electronics text focused on 'how to' design, build, operate and adapt data acquisition systems. The book is intended to serve people whose goals include teaching or learning one or more of the following: digital electronics, circuit design for computer expansion slots, software which interacts with outside hardware, the process of computer based data acquisition, and the design, adaptation, construction and testing of measurement systems. The fundamental idea of the book is that parallel I/O ports (available for all popular computers) offer a superior balance of simplicity, low cost, speed, flexibility and adaptability.

With the increasing application of software in systems, especially safety- or even life-critical systems, it is no longer sufficient for the software developer to rely solely on testing the code produced. Testing must begin with the specification of requirements, continue on the design and finally on the implemented system. This book gives guidance on how testing can be carried out at each of the stages of software development. It does this by looking at the development process from four viewpoints: that of the intended user of the system, of its designers, of its programmers, and of the manager responsible for development. The product of each stage of development is individually examined to see how it can be checked for correctness and consistency with earlier specifications. References are given to techniques available to the software developer and there are many helpful checklists. The contributors are all members of the British Computer Society's Working Group on Testing, and betwe

Optimization principles are of undisputed importance in modern design and system operation. They can be used for many purposes: optimal design of systems, optimal operation of systems, determination o

An up-to-date text designed for undergraduate courses in control systems engineering and principles of automatic controls. Focuses on design and implementation rather than just the mathematics of cont

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

本書譯自HALLIDAY所著之PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS EXTENDED 12/E 之第二十一章至四十四章。本書取材包羅萬象，以生活化的例子，引導讀者進入物理的領域。解題除了有詳細的解說，並帶領讀者了解主要關鍵點為何。這是在其他相關書籍中不常見的。希望讀者在閱讀本書時，先了解理論再多利用練習題增加理解的深度。本書適合做為大學、科大理工相關科系「物理」課程經典級教科書。

布莉吉特受邀來到奧雷亞里斯家的宅邸， 遇見一名與尤里非常相似的神祕少年。 布莉吉特離開宅邸回到家後， 剛才那名少年不知為何卻出現在她面前!? 而他竟開口說要指導無法召喚出自身精靈的布莉吉特── 這是兩位「反派」始於最糟邂逅的戀愛故事之第四幕。 © Chiru Ukai © Harunadon / SB Creative Corp. Original Character Design: Yomi Sarachi ★這個小孩長得很像我喜歡的人── ★我也想像他一樣變得更強大！ ★無能千金與天才少爺的笨拙戀愛故事──第四集!

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A vibrant little red book, where artist Didier Cornille playfully transforms opposites -empty to full, round to square- into surprising visual delights, with hidden foldout pages. A small click, a big bang. A sleek limo, a compact car. Contrasts at every turn! This tiny, vibrant red book, with its minimalist design, surprises at every page with a playful mix of opposites. In Big, Little: A Book of Opposites, Didier Cornille transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, making empty spaces feel full, vertical shapes horizontal, and round objects square. Plus, discover a few hidden fold-out pages that add an extra element of surprise.

Isadora Moon 作者 Harriet Muncaster 推出的全新系列首部曲，以手寫日記形式，講述一位小女孩轉學後在新學校的心情起伏與友情探索。Wiska 在 Inkcap's Academy 結識了新朋友 Cleobelle 與 Primrose，卻也逐漸發現自己需要壓抑創意來迎合他人。故事節奏輕快，圖文穿插，充滿奇幻想像與青春不安，是一部細膩描寫自我與友情平衡的作品，適合中年級讀者共鳴閱讀。The first book in an exciting new series from the creator of Isadora Moon, Harriet Muncaster. Told in diary format and packed with beautiful full-colour illustrations, this is the enchanting story of Wiska Wildflower and her search for friendship at Inkcap's Academy. ONE day until I go to my new school.Eeeek! It's called Inkcap's Academy and it's in Twitching. TWITCHING! Yes, I now live on the completely opposite side of Wiskling Wood to my old school in Acornia, and more importantly, MY FRIENDS . .. Wiska Wildflower is relieved when she makes friends with Cleobelle and Primrose on her first day at Inkcap's Academy. They love Wiska's drawings and ask her to help them design matching outfits for a special fashion show in Spellbrooke City.But the more Wiska gets to know her new friends,

Deluxe paperback features stunning inside cover art and a dazzling edge design! ● Fall in love with the addictive, suspenseful love story between a teenage girl and a vampire with the book that sparked a "literary phenomenon" (New York Times) and redefined romance for a generation, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephenie Meyer. Isabella Swan's move to Forks, a small, perpetually rainy town in Washington, could have been the most boring move she ever made. But once she meets the mysterious and alluring Edward Cullen, Isabella's life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. So far, Edward has managed to keep his vampire identity a secret in the small community he lives in, but now nobody is safe, especially Isabella, the person Edward holds most dear. Deeply romantic and extraordinarily suspenseful, Twilight captures the struggle between defying our instincts and satisfying our desires. This is a love story with bite--and fans of the genre-defining tale can relive the experienc

Across Brazil and around the world, the elegant and meticulously crafted spaces designed by the firm Dado Castello Branco Arquitetura e Interiores are known for blending functionality with aesthetic allure. These places residences, apartments, and villas, all in the signature style the firm has honed since its founding in Sao Paulo in the early 1990s are brought to cinematic life by Brazilian artistic director and visual artist Ricardo van Steen. In these pages, van Steen stages a visual journey through four key elements of the company s sophisticated design vision: He considers light as medium and muse, almost a character in the drama of each living, breathing space.He attends to matter, meaning the very materials of wood, copper, stone, fabric, and glass through which Dado s designs achieve their richness and authenticity. He turns to the horizon, an essential feature that opens up perspectives and creates visual intrigue, serving as a metaphorical guide to the soul of the space. And

AI助攻！全新升級300招 網羅商業技巧、社群祕技與AI圖文影音特效， 完整分類，隨查隨用！ ．打造立體字、任意彎曲、金屬質感…等創意文字 ．一鍵去背、照片修復、實物模型、合成…等影像視覺特效 ．掌握動畫、剪輯、配音、轉場的多媒體應用技巧 ．立即體驗AI虛擬主播、自動上字幕、文字轉語音 ．AI圖像生成結合材質與風格，強化商品與品牌視覺識別設計 ．AI寫作魔法支援文案撰寫、行銷企劃快速產出 ．AI運算統計魔法、公式與圖表應用新體驗 ．Canva Code設計互動遊戲、學習教材與行銷活動內容 ．Design for me一鍵生成商品行銷、社群視覺設計與專業簡報 ．Create a video clip文字生成影片 ．提升團隊協作與品牌管理，整合網站、資料與設計專案 【超值加贈】 全書範例素材檔/Canva專案範本×完成作品/Canva快速鍵隨身速查表 掌握AI世代的設計與內容創作力 Canva讓設計變得輕鬆高效，全面進化創作體驗！本書結合設計實務案例與社群熱議技巧，從「設計力」、「創作力」與「職場力」三大面向切入，以Tips形式精分10大單元，全面解析 Canva × AI的超強設計力。內容涵蓋免費版功能與付費版的智慧應用，讓創意從靈感發想到實作呈現一次到位。 遇到設計難題？ ．缺乏靈感與專業版型 ．素材取得難，擔心侵權 ．預算有限，又想做出專業設計 ．不會寫程式但想要打造互動式遊戲 ．想結合文件與試算表應用 ．需要團隊協作更高效，共享資源 這裡有解！ 【視覺表現再進化，創意不設限】 從設計與專案管理入門，進階到文字風格、影像合成、動畫剪輯與互動內容等十大主題，本書帶你全面掌握Canva × AI的創作魔法。 無論是商品行銷素材、社群視覺內容、品牌簡報、互動式設計，還是文案撰寫、試算表公式運算、圖表製作、圖像與影片生成，都能用最直覺的方式，創作出專業又有辨識度的作品。 【展現全面應用力，AI功能強力助攻】 包含Canva試算表(Canva Sheets)、製作影像(Create an image)、影片生成 (Create a Video Clip)、一鍵設計(Design for me)、草擬文件(Draft a doc)、AI 語音(AI Voice)、照片編輯器(AI Photo Editor)、魔術圖表(Magic Charts)、魔法公式工具(Magic Fo

故事從夜空中閃耀的一顆星開始，兩位小朋友與他們的貓展開奇妙的太空之旅——乘著流星、搭上火箭、在花園裡仰望星空。他們見證了星星從塵埃誕生、燃燒閃亮、最後化為超新星的歷程。書中文字溫柔又富韻律，畫面以拼貼風呈現宇宙的壯麗與深邃，讓孩子在閱讀中理解星體的生命循環，也培養對科學與宇宙的好奇心。附「Stories Aloud」音檔，適合親子共讀。A fun, friendly and lyrical picture book series about cycles and systems for the very young. I see a star that sparkles with light, high up in Space, so very far away . .. From clouds of dust drifting in the freezing depths of space to the explosive power of a supernova, join two children and their cat on a fantastic journey through the life-cycle of a star. As they ride on a meteor, zoom in a rocket and stargaze from their garden, young readers will discover how the stars up above us begin, grow and die in an incredible, ever-changing cycle.With a storybook format and stunning illustrations, this book will entertain, inspire and gently educate 3-5-year-olds.The perfect introduction to stars and spaceCreated in consultation with Dr Matthew Bothwell from the Institute of Astronomy, University of CambridgeWith beautiful,

In The New Politics of Beijing–Hong Kong Relations, Sonny Shiu-Hing Lo looks at the diverging changes to the ideologies from both Beijing and Hong Kong, and the ideological conflicts as taken in the form of factional political struggles between 2012 and the present. This book examines the paternalistic authoritarianism that can be seen in Beijing’s policy toward Hong Kong since the promulgation of the national security law in late June 2020. Lo analyzes the ideological shift from liberal nationalism to conservative nationalism in mainland China, which has taken place since late 2012. The increasingly radical localism in Hong Kong after 2014 transformed Beijing–Hong Kong relations into a conflict-ridden situation characterized by factional struggles. While the imposition of the national security law into Hong Kong since late June 2020 has stabilized the city politically, Beijing’s policy toward Hong Kong is now guided by the principles of protecting its national security and maintaining

Written in Stone by Polo Bourieau is an extraordinary exploration of how monumental sculpture transforms urban spaces into places of meaning and connection. From the ancient marble quarries of Carrara to the skyscrapers of Hong Kong or the bustling lanes of Chengdu, this richly illustrated book charts Polo’s creative journey, offering profound insights into the dialogue between sculpture, architecture, and community.Structured as an epic narrative inspired by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth theory, Polo’s sculptures become the protagonists of our common narrative of adventure, transformation, and identity. With reflections on the creative process and a conversation with urban planner and design writer Catherine Shaw, the book delves into the challenges and realities of creating public art in the dynamic landscapes of 21st-century China.Written in Stone offers a philosophical meditation on the power of art to shape our cities and ourselves. It invites readers—whether city planners,

《I See a Cloud》由Saskia Gwinn撰寫，Daniela Sosa繪圖，是一本以柔和節奏介紹「水循環」的科學繪本。故事從孩子抬頭望見的一朵雲開始，跟著兩位小朋友與他們的狗，一起追隨水的旅程──從微小的雨滴、奔流的河川，到遼闊的海洋與再度升起的雲霧。透過詩意的文字與層層拼貼的畫面，孩子能感受到水在世界中循環流動的奧妙，也學會欣賞自然萬物的連結。本書以故事形式帶出知識概念，既有童趣，也能啟發對自然科學的好奇，是幼兒初識環境系統的絕佳讀物。附「Stories Aloud」音檔，親子共讀更有趣。A fun, friendly and lyrical picture book series about cycles and systems for the very young. I see a cloud, high up in the sky, made of tiny water drops sparkling with dust . .. From the tiniest raindrop to the deepest ocean, join two children and their dog on a fantastic journey through the water cycle. As they splash in puddles, float on clouds and dive into the sea, young readers will discover how water moves through our world in an incredible, ever-changing cycle.With a storybook format and stunning illustrations, this book will entertain, inspire and gently educate 3-5-year-olds.The perfect introduction to the water cycleCreated in consultation with Dr Lucinda Spokes from the University of CambridgeWith beautiful, lyrical text by

An iconic picture book collaboration about feelings and acceptance from two of the most beloved voices in children's literature.Beautifully crafted compositions together with simple die-cut design, reveal the story of a child who feels as though all their colours have disappeared. Despite the joyful orange balloon, the huge yellow sun and the bright green trees, the child still feels grey. That is until a reassuring hand reaches out and shares words of kindness. Soon the child begins to see the warmth of colour again, and understands that their colours will always be there and that they will always be loved, whether they feel grey or sunshine yellow. Laura and Lauren have created a beautiful book full of empathy and understanding that will provide comfort and hope to readers of all ages.

★ 榮獲 2025 Junior Design Awards 金獎最佳童書（6+） ★ 超過90個翻翻頁！從頭到腳探索人體的神奇秘密 ★ BBC 醫師 Dr. Punam Krishan 親自解說，知識專業又有趣 ★ 結合科學×健康×情緒教育，孩子的第一本人體百科 從頭頂到腳趾，你的身體每天都在發生令人驚嘆的奇蹟。 跟著英國醫師 Dr. Punam Krishan 展開一場人體大冒險吧！翻開一層層神祕小翻頁，你會走進像迷宮一樣的大腦、發現肌肉的力量、探索神奇的消化系統，還會知道為什麼心情不同時心跳也會不一樣。 本書以超過 90 個互動翻翻頁，帶孩子一步步認識身體的重要器官，理解身體如何運作，以及身體與情緒之間的奇妙連結。搭配可愛插圖、清楚標示與簡單好懂的小知識，每一頁都充滿驚喜與發現。 原來，人體本身就是最神奇的科學世界！ Winner of the Junior Design Awards 2025 – Gold for Best Children’s Book (6+ Years)* ________ Lift more than 90 flaps and discover what goes on in your body - from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. Go on a head-to-toe tour of the human body with Dr. Punam Krishan in this lift-the-flap book for 5-7-year-olds and open doors to the extraordinary science within you. Taking you through all the key body parts, Dr Punam Krishan tells you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about yourself. Discover the maze that is the brain, the power of your muscles, and the magic behind the gut - and how they are all connected! This

【專業推薦】 這本書結合了 OpenAI 與 Gemini 兩項主流的語言模型技術，並讓讀者能夠透過開發指南開發不同的應用。這本書不僅讓讀者能夠深入了解語言模型的運作原理，更能夠透過實作的方式，將理論知識轉換為實際應用。對於想要進入 AI 領域的開發者來說，絕對不能錯過這本書。 Jimmy Liao, 廖聖傑 (Certification) Google Developer Expert, Generative AI Appier, Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack, Copilot/Assistant Squad ex-Microsoft Azure Data/AI Cloud Solution Architect ex-IBM Staff Software Engineer, Mobile Architect 本書凝聚了他們這兩年對生成式 AI 的研究，展示了他們對 AI 應用的深刻理解。無論你是 AI 技術的愛好者，還是專注於生成式 AI 開發的專業人士，本書都將為你提供有價值的洞見與實用技巧。AI 的未來充滿機遇，而 LangChain 正是其中的重要工具。希望本書能幫助你在開發過程中取得突破，並推動技術的持續進步。 Kui-Ming Chen Microsoft AI MVP 這本書以 LangChain 框架為基礎，構建了一套完整的大型語言模型學習地圖，讓你能深入理解語言模型的運作原理，並透過實際操作的方式將這些技術應用於真實專案中。無論你對 AI 是初學者還是有經驗的開發者，這本書將成為你邁向 LLM 開發之路的重要指南，幫助你在 AI 領域快速取得突破。 張維元 / 資料科學家的工作日常 【本書特色】 1.全書深入探討如何使用 LangChain 結合 Azure OpenAI、Gemini 以及地端開源模型的部署，並提供多種應用示範。讀者可以透過本書，從開發到部署全方位掌握 AI 技術的應用。 2.RAG（檢索增強生成）架構是目前企業打造知識庫型 LLM 應用的首選架構。本書除詳盡講解 RAG 架構之外，更是第一本詳解 Qdrant 向量資料庫的書籍。 3.生成式 AI 的應用從單一工具擴展至最新的 AI Agent 前沿技術。本書專章探討 AI Agent 的概念與應用，協助開發者開發更具前瞻性的 AI 思

The One Year Bible--discover one year Bible reading made simple and achievable!Millions of people have benefited from reading through God's entire Word by using The One Year Bible. Now available in The Message Translation! This bestselling reading Bible divides the text into 365 sections, so you can read through the entire Bible in one unforgettable year--in as little as 15 minutes a day.Convenience No other "through the Bible" plan presents the entire Bible in such a user-friendly format. Start any day of the year!The Message Translation The Message is a reading Bible that uses contemporary language translated from the original Greek and Hebrew Scriptures by scholar, pastor, author, and poet Eugene Peterson. Thoroughly reviewed and approved by twenty biblical scholars, The Message combines the authority of God's Word with the cadence and energy of conversational English.Unique Design Each 15-minute daily reading includes a portion from the Old Testament, the New Testament, Psalms, and

Created by certified speech language pathologist Tabitha Paige, My First Book of Words will expand your child's reading comprehension as they engage with more than 100 foundational first words My First Book of Words features charming watercolor illustrations and foundational first words that will help you build your child's vocabulary. Plus, the durable binding and thick paper will make it easy to read to your child again and again, whether at home or on the go! The 100+ vocabulary words include: Animals Fruits & VeggiesToysTransportationIn the GardenAt the BeachAnd more! Created by speech therapist Tabitha Paige, CCC-SLP, author of the bestselling set Our Little Adventures, this big book of first words features functional language and a timeless design that will look great in any nursery or child's room.

In the world where brands take from the culture, through its four-decade existence Stone Island has been contributing to it. The long roster of its celebrity fans includes Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, rappers Drake and Travis Scott, and football guru Pep Guardiola. But it s not the celebrity nod that has made Stone Island a cultural cornerstone; it was the brand s ardent everyday fans who have always appreciated its mix of performance and toughness.At the center of Stone Island s success lies its relentless pursuit of excellence in design, and uncompromising spirit of experimentation with fabric treatment and dyeing techniques. This product-oriented stance has secured the brand s unique place outside of fashion s hierarchy. This definitive monograph captures the story of Stone Island, combining its history and ethos into one definitive source.With never-before-seen images and three major texts capturing the brand s story, it will surely delight the brand s diehard fans as well as tho

伊恩．麥克哈格以《道法自然》（Design with Nature）一書而聞名，該書開創生態規劃的思想，強調人與自然環境之間的和諧共生關係，並提出生態景觀設計與永續環境規畫的重要方法，引發公眾對環境議題的深度關注，是20世紀最有影響力的環境規劃師和景觀設計師之一。2019年是《道法自然》出版50周年，弗雷德里克，斯坦納等世界各國深受麥克哈格思想影響的專家學者共同合作，編著了《道法自然進行式》（Design with Nature Now）一書，目的除了紀念麥克哈格以及他偉大的思想，更重要的是探討過去50年的道法自然理念發展，以及如今這個時代所面臨的問題以及應對的永續設計方向。

Discover how maths is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Maths - Amazing Maths. Mathematics is not just working out sums and equations for school - it's all around us and used in everyday situations. From photography and cooking to ballet and fashion design, maths is the building block of everything! Discover how watching rabbits and bees developed into a famous sequence, see the ancient Egyptians apply maths to pyramid building, and meet the inspirational mathematicians who brought numbers and symbols to life, including Marjorie Lee Browne, Archimedes and Maryam Mirzakhani. A "try this at home" section shows readers how maths helps you to read minds and how a sequence can turn you into an artist. With easy-to-understand text written by maths expert Lou Abercrombie, and lots of colourful artworks, photos and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter maths and why it's even important at all. The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of tellin

Are you stuck in a habit of believing you are not good enough?Do you fixate on a particular story about yourself that you wish you could change?Are negative beliefs holding you back from reaching your fullest potential?Do you sometimes feel like it’s just too hard, or too late, to change?If any of this sounds familiar, you need Rewire, your personal guide to understanding the neuroscience of why you are subconsciously programmed to repeat certain habits and how you can do, or undo, any type of behavior to be the person you want to be.BREAK THE CYCLE, ALTER YOUR THOUGHTS AND CREATE LASTING CHANGEIn clear language, neuroscientist Nicole Vignola demystifies the science of breaking bad habits and how to make good ones, the principles of neuroplasticity, and neurohack methods for changing behavioral patterns. In the end, she helps you to see yourself in a different way and control how you react to any life situation, from overcoming negative, limiting beliefs to managing stress and achievin

The stakes have never been higher in Neill Cameron's epic comic book saga - the Mega Robo Bros go head-to-head!The REVOLUTION malware is causing robots across London to attack humans, and Alex and Freddy are caught between their human friends and family, and the desire to help robots like themselves! But who could be behind this nefarious scheme? Before they know what's happening - everything changes.An old enemy, long-since believed dead, suddenly reappears, and uses his evil powers to take over Freddy's robotic systems - and sends him to destroy London! Can Alex stop his brother - and save him from the corrupting evil power of the villainous Robot 23?

In The New Politics of Beijing–Hong Kong Relations, Sonny Shiu-Hing Lo looks at the diverging changes to the ideologies from both Beijing and Hong Kong, and the ideological conflicts as taken in the form of factional political struggles between 2012 and the present. This book examines the paternalistic authoritarianism that can be seen in Beijing’s policy toward Hong Kong since the promulgation of the national security law in late June 2020. Lo analyzes the ideological shift from liberal nationalism to conservative nationalism in mainland China, which has taken place since late 2012. The increasingly radical localism in Hong Kong after 2014 transformed Beijing–Hong Kong relations into a conflict-ridden situation characterized by factional struggles. While the imposition of the national security law into Hong Kong since late June 2020 has stabilized the city politically, Beijing’s policy toward Hong Kong is now guided by the principles of protecting its national security and m

The 2024 New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's BooksFrom the inimitable creator of El Deafo, this all-ages alphabet book is also a hand-wrought, high-fidelity, hilariously tongue-in-cheek homage to the golden days of album cover art. Cece Bell loves music and collecting old record albums, her introduction explains, especially albums featuring animal artists. The bouncing harmonies of the Barbershop Beagles, the elegant crooning of the elephant Ella Fontaine, the hilarious rhymes of the Hip-Hop Hedgehogs--all are represented in this quirky ABC book that draws on the creator's personal collection of albums, memorabilia, and lyrics dating between 1944 and 1984, the heyday of album design. With wry, witty text, silly and sumptuous sound play, and biographical end matter on all twenty-six musical acts, the book commands and stands up to repeated readings. Bright, zany art--all painted and lettered by hand--a stellar design, and an album-size trim make it a col

這本感人的繪本，講述了一個孩子在面對語言障礙和移民的成長經歷。當羅尼與家人一起到新的國家時，他很期待能交到新朋友。但在幼兒園裡，當他向大家介紹自己時，他的話讓其他孩子不禁笑了起來。羅尼既困惑又尷尬，他很想念家鄉與朋友們。不過漸漸地環境也開始變得不那麼陌生了⋯⋯。本書由保加利亞作家兼插畫家Vyara Boyadjieva撰寫，故事真實感人，最終羅尼會發現，善良和笑聲是不分國界的。 A beautiful, moving and sensitively told picture book about language barriers, communication and a very young child’s immigrant experience.When Ronnie moves to a new house, in a new country, he’s excited to make friends. But when he introduces himself to everyone at nursery – “My name is four. I am Ronnie years old.” – the other children can’t help but giggle. His words are all mixed up! Ronnie misses home and laughing with his old friends. But new doesn't stay that way for long... This authorial debut from Bulgarian author-illustrator Vyara Boyadjieva is honest and uplifting, with Ronnie ultimately discovering that kindness, and laughter, are universal.

軟體開發者、設計者、管理者，以及常與這些人打交道的其他人等(不知是有幸還是不幸）)大家三不五時總會遇到的更多有趣問題 繼2004年暢銷大作《約耳趣談軟體》(Joel On Software)出版後，各方對續作的期待從沒間斷過。 因此，我們再次回到名滿天下的JoelonSoftware.com，精選出其中最新、最受歡迎的文章(許多文章甚至被下載超過一百萬次以上)。 在這本《約耳再談軟體》(More Joel On Software)中，全書內容不但更新、更棒，而且飽藏約耳本人對於軟體開發、軟體設計、經營軟體事業等等各方面的看法與感想，其中包括： ‧關於非凡人才的管理與聘僱，本書提供了各種最佳的做法 ‧對軟體有興趣、想投身軟體業的人才，以及想要僱用這類人才的管理者，本書提供了許多建言 ‧關於如何建立產品、如何分辨設計好壞，約耳提供了各種獨特的見解 ‧關於如何開創、經營一個很有效率的軟體(相關)事業，本書提供許多最前沿的「第一線」看法 ‧在建立一個與眾不同、獨特而有自發性的組織時，約耳也大方分享親身經歷的實際感受 約耳非凡的寫作技巧與技術知識，加上他兼具諷刺與幽默的文筆，讓他成為了一個真正的程式設計大師。 本書集結了他許多全新的文章，內容精彩程度甚至超越前作，而且在經營軟體事業、管理軟體人才等方面的各種技巧，在軟體業的各個應用層面上也涵蓋到更寬廣的範圍。

Strengthen your toddler’s pre-math skills and vocabulary with this fun and engaging introduction to the concept of opposites, featuring 10 foundational opposite pairs.My First Brain Quest: Opposites introduces the concept of opposites, a foundational pre-math observation skill, through ten visually engaging scenes depicting common opposite pairs—up and down, hot and cold, awake and asleep, wet and dry. Smart, colorful, grounded in educational principles and defined by Brain Quest's signature question-and-answer format, each spread features two illustrations that present the opposite pairs in context while encouraging conversation and observation.

傳送地圖在手，冒險無所不在！葛瑞絲與湯姆肩負守護任務，從山村的烏鴉異象到孤島竊案，從失控氣候到神祕女巫，他們用智慧與發明解開層層謎團。這是一段關於責任、勇氣與成長的旅程，結合奇幻冒險與推理元素，為小讀者帶來精彩又溫暖的閱讀體驗。9781781129432 The Griffin GateGrace's family are wardens of the Griffin Map, using its teleport technology to fight crime across Moreland. Although Grace is still too young, she longs to go on missions herself. After all, if her brother, Bren, can do it, why can't she?So when Grace finds herself alone with the map when a distress call comes in, she jumps at the chance to prove she's up to the task. But the map transports Grace to a remote village where nothing is quite as it seems ... Has she taken on more than she can handle?9781781129814 The Puffin PortalGrace's family are wardens of the incredible Griffin Map, using its teleport technology to fight crime across Moreland. Right now it's all systems go at Griffin HQ, where Grace, her mum and her brother have their hands full answering a huge number of calls for help. They could really do with another warden on the team - b