This book presenting the Spanish presence in Taiwan during the years 1626-1642 has a wide chronological and conceptual scope. The reasons for the Spaniards coming to Taiwan are traced back to th
Do you want to join us on our A-Z journey around the festivals of Britain?Would you like to learn about the biggest dog show in the world? Or how many fire festivals there are in Britain? Do you
DescriptionAmerican English/Classic Buck is a strong, intelligent dog who moves from an easy life in California to the Klondike. Life is tough in the cold north of Canadaand Buck has to learn many har
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In the last three decades, China progressed from being nearly a truck-only producer to becoming the largest producer of passenger and commercial cars. The period 2001- 2013 is a period of ‘blowout’ in
The physics of strong light-matter coupling has been addressed in different scientific communities in the last 3 decades. Since the early eighties, atoms coupled to optical and microwave cavities have
A mechanical oscillator coupled to the optical field in a cavity is a typical cavity optomechanical system. In our textbook, we prepare to introduce the quantum optical properties of optomechanical sy
The two most wanted terrorists in Southeast Asia — a Malaysian and a Singaporean — are on the run in the Philippines, but they manage to keep their friends and family updated on Facebook. Filipinos co
This book deals with the creation of the algorithm backbone that can enable a computer to perceive humans in some monitored space by processing the same signals that humans use in order to perform th
This unique book intends to provide a focused analysis of the main Chinese industrial sectors through case studies, data analysis and review of new state-initiated policies. In response to the global
This book will explain how group theory underpins some of the key features of particle physics. It will examine symmetries and conservation laws in quantum mechanics and relate these to groups of tra
This book will explain how group theory underpins some of the key features of particle physics. It will examine symmetries and conservation laws in quantum mechanics and relate these to groups of tra
Human Rights and the Body is a response to the crisis in human rights, to the very real concern that without a secure foundation for the concept of human rights, their very existence is threatened. Wh
In the last decade there has been an explosion of interest in viral therapies for cancer. Viral agents have been developed that are harmless to normal tissues but selectively able to kill cancer cell
This International Handbook brings together leading writers on Arts in Education to provide a much-needed, authoritative guide to the main debates in the field and an informed account of contemporary
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Pocket Psychiatry, a new addition to the Pocket Notebook series, is written by residents for residents. A resource for essential information, in a high-yield, easy-to-use format, designed to help stud
DescriptionPerspectives teaches learners to think critically and to develop the language skills they need to find their own voice in English. The carefully guided language lessons, real-world stories,
DescriptionPerspectives teaches learners to think critically and to develop the language skills they need to find their own voice in English. The carefully guided language lessons, real-world stories,
DescriptionPerspectives teaches learners to think critically and to develop the language skills they need to find their own voice in English. The carefully guided language lessons, real-world stories,
DescriptionPerspectives teaches learners to think critically and to develop the language skills they need to find their own voice in English. The carefully guided language lessons, real-world stories,
Analysis of functions on the finite dimensional Euclidean space with respect to the Lebesgue measure is fundamental in mathematics. The extension to infinite dimension is a great challenge due to the
Network science offers a powerful language to represent and study complex systems composed of interacting elements — from the Internet to social and biological systems. In its standard formulation, th
The SAGE Guide to Educational Leadership and Management allows readers to gain knowledge of educational management in practice while providing insights into challenges facing educational leaders and t
Acupuncture and moxibustion are one of the most important contributions our ancestors have made to humankind. In the narrow sense, acupuncture and moxibustion refer to medical therapy, whilst broadly,
Easy Listening is a comprehensive introduction to English listening skills designed to help students understand and respond in real-life situations. Using real spoken English and themes relevant to st
Packaging is the ultimate vehicle for design: industrial, graphic, and typographic design are all put to the test to create an impression so meaningful that it converts currency into consumerism. 1,00
This best selling text has been fully updated to conform to the latest American Manual of Steel Construction. The material is presented in an easy-to-read student-friendly style.
When it was first published in 2001, Negotiating Globally quickly became the basic reference for managers who needed to learn how to negotiate successfully across boundaries of national culture. This
Designed to help students get a solid background in structural mechanics and extensively updated to help professionals get up to speed on recent advances This Second Edition of the bestselling tex
This book seeks to train learners to think analytically in a business context. Specifically, it uses over 300 real-world, managerially-oriented applications to show readers how managers apply theories
Advances in automotive control systems continue to enhance safety and comfort and to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Reflecting the trend to optimization through integrative approaches for engi
Language Links combines grammar, vocabulary and phrases to give the range of language learners need to communicate effectively in English. To talk about clothes, for example, they not only need vocabu
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of wireless technology and networking. Written in a clear, easy to understand manner, it presents all the major wireless communications t
This short course is for learners who need to improve their ability to communicate when socialising, telephoning, presenting, taking part in meetings and negotiating. The course aims to build confiden
Aims to build teachers' confidence in their ability to use English effectively, at the same time providing advice and techniques for primary English teachers. This book encourages teachers to practice
The Routledge Companion to Cinema and Politics brings together forty essays by leading film scholars and filmmakers in order to discuss the complex relationship between cinema and politics. Organised
*It shows that everyone has stories to tell, especially if someone is willing to listen, and encourages everyone-young and old alike-to communicate both orally and in writing. *It helps us know both o
This second edition of the picture dictionary is in a new portrait format with some updates to artwork and with the addition of simple exercises on each page to make the dictionary more attractive to
