"The authors tell us what everyone should know about economics in language we can all understand. It's refreshing when four of the best in the profession avoid the all-too-common practice of writing in a code that only other economists can comprehend." ---Robert McTeer, former president of the Feder[...]

Comprises twelve thematic modules each including a relevant text based on an aspect of French life and culture, associated exercises, and a section on grammar.[...]

Presents 100 surgical scenarios commonly seen and treated by medical students and junior doctors. This book provides patient's history, examination and initial investigation results, alongside questions on the diagnosis and management of each case.[...]

Provides a description of and context for the global proliferation of think tanks. This work identifies the forces driving these phenomena by addressing some of the historical and current factors that have dominated policy debates around the world. It is of interest to students of international rela[...]

The tree is decorated, the cookies are baked, and the packages are wrapped, but the biggest celebration this Christmas is Gaby Summerhill's wedding. Since her husband died three years ago, Gaby's four children have drifted apart, each consumed by the turbulence of their own lives. They haven't celeb[...]

IT professionals who want to move into the networking side in a corporate or enterprise setting will find the detailed content they need to get up to speed on the very latest networking technologies; plus, current networking professionals will find this a valuable and up-to-date resource. This hands[...]

One of the first textbooks in this emerging important field of ecology. Most of ecology is about metabolism: the ways that organisms use energy and materials. The energy requirements of individuals -- their metabolic rates -- vary predictably with their body size and temperature. Ecological interact[...]

Places that knowledge within the context of human experience by consistently emphasizing relevance, resources, and the environment. This title includes 'Geology in Your Life' sections that addresses relevant student concerns, particularly in the areas of environment and energy.[...]

Become an effective crisis manager with CD-ROM AND WORKBOOK FOR CRISIS INTERVENTION. Using realistic videotaped scenarios in conjunction with numerous exercises, you will gain the necessary skills to effectively manage the crisis situations you will certainly face in your future role as a practition[...]

Literacy and Literacies is a new and engaging account of literacy and its relation to power. The book develops a new synthesis of literacy studies, moving beyond received categories, and exploring the domain of power through questions of colonialism, modern state formation, educational systems and o[...]