The full story of Marvel's most mystery-shrouded mutant, revealed at last! Long before he became an X-Man, before he was transformed by Weapon X, he was a boy named James Howlett. But what tragedy cou
Introduces engineers and engineering students to several new methods of finite element analysis, a decision-making process used in the aerospace industry. Focusing on developments during the 1980s, pr
An insightful examination of the numerical methods used to develop finite element methods A Variational Approach to Structural Analysis provides readers with the underpinnings of the finite element me
Boundary Element Method for Plate Analysis offers one of the first systematic and detailed treatments of the application of BEM to plate analysis and design. Aiming to fill in the knowledge gaps left
Explains the competencies a manager must possess in order to use a balanced scorecard.* Features case studies of corporations who have successfully used the human element when implementing the balance
An up-to-date, one-stop reference-complete with applications This volume presents the most up-to-date information available on a posteriori error estimation for finite element approximation in mecha
Peter Quill, son of the king of Spartax, leads the Guardians of the Galaxy, a group of intergalactic heroes set on protecting the universe from the evil Badoon.
A retelling of Professor Xavier's origin story and the events that united the X-Men team describes Charles Xavier's mutant mind-control powers and his dream about humans and mutants living together in
During the war, Steve Rogers takes part in a secret military experiment to create a super soldier and becomes Captain America, the greatest soldier the army has ever known.
Imagine being a prince that some would hail as a god. Imagine that you're the heir to your father's throne. Finally, imagine that you have unlimited power to control the elements at your fingertips. T
Inventions are only as good as the men who make them.Billionaire inventor Tony Stark had always put himself first…until one fateful day when his inventions were used for evil. But when Tony tried to s
A picture book adaptation of Wolverine's classic origin tale introduces sickly young mutant James Howlett, who learns how to use his mutant claws, healing abilities and seeming agelessness to survive
A colorfully illustrated retelling of the Mighty Avengers' formation depicts a world besieged by supervillains, mythical beasts and destructive robots until a team of heroes, including Iron Man and Ca
A new fan's retelling of Captain America's origin follows the transformation of sickly patriot Steve Rogers as a result of a secret experiment that changes him into a super-powered soldier who fights
In a picture book that retells the origin of the X-Men, Professor Charles Xavier is a mutant who possesses miraculous powers of mind control and dreams of using these powers to enable humans and mutan
On-line branding--brand marketing on the Internet--is now the biggest challenge facing most marketers. Branding.com reveals why branding is the most important element in any marketing plan and why it
“[A] masterful blend of psychological suspense and straight-up gore, chronicling the twisted bond between police detective Archie Sheridan and serial killer Gretchen Lowell.”—Criminal Element Detectiv
Lilac Blossom loves learning about magic at Silverlake Fairy School - especially stardust. Stardust is the most magical element in the entire fairy world with spectacularly surprising properties! Alth
With two successful missions behind her, GiGi is feeling confident and comfortable with the Specialists. Unfortunately, things are about to change. TL has informed her that a notorious chemical smuggl
Powerful writing lessons at teachers' fingertips! This time-saving resource offers transparencies with multiple model paragraphs that showcase a particular element of writing, including organization,
"The authors believe that users of finite element analysis (FEA) software products must have a basic understanding of how mathematical models are constructed; what are the essential assumptions incorp
Do you want to be a Certified Project Manager? This book combines operational and human skills into flexible, proactive framework. It focuses on the human element that is critical to project implement
Over the past decade, total-reflection X-ray fluorescence, or TXRF, has been used increasingly for multi element analysis in laboratories and industry worldwide. Providing reliable, economical reading
Beyond drugs, beyond technology, there will always be the human element, "the healer's art." Dr. Cassell discusses the world of the sick, the healing connection and healer's battle, the role of omnipo
Scuba diving off the Galapagos Islands, wildlife biologist and freelance writer Summer “Sam” Westin is not only out of her element—she’s plunged right into a dangerous conflict between fishermen and e
"For a light, humorous, and tender love story with an element of mystery, spice up your reading with A Dash of Scandal." ? Romance Reviews TodayIs she stealing . . . Or just hiding in dark corners . .
Typography is a fundamental element in contemporary design. Beyond their purely aesthetic function, the font serves to reflect an idea, mood or simply define the identity or personality behind a produ
Light is the key element in photography - it both creates the image and defines its style. How does light work, both inside and outside the digital camera? What do you need to know about sensitivity,
Feeling out of his element on board a research vessel studying the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, expert tracker Mark Hawkins is trapped on a tropical island with the crew after a mysterious series of m
"The essential element in rigor is engagement. If students are to read rigorously they must be committed to understanding some intriguing character, to solving some problem, to figuring out what a wri
Private detective Kinsey Millhone feels a bit out of place in Nordstrom’s lingerie department, but she’s entirely in her element when she puts a stop to a brazen shoplifting spree. For her trouble she
In this latest FLASH ARCHIVE title, the Fastest Man Alive battles members of his infamous Rogues Gallery including The Trickster, the Weather Wizard, Mirror Master, Mr. Element, Reverse Flash, Captain
With a high-definition animated lenticular element on every spread, this oversized board book showcases the Disney Fairies in an awesome new way! Readers will see their favorite mom
When mysterious genetically mutated cannibals start walking the streets of Gotham, targeting its criminal element, it is up to Batman to stop them, before the woman he loves falls victim as well.
The common element of the dozens of apartments featured in this book is that they were each conceived and designed according to the client?s personal wishes and specific family and work circumstances.
This book analyzes how the bank-dominated financial system-a key element of the oft-heralded "Japanese economic model"-broke down in the 1990s and spawned sweeping reforms. Japan's financial institu
