The Flame of Eternity provides a reexamination and new interpretation of Nietzsche's philosophy and the central role that the concepts of eternity and time, as he understood them, played in it. According to Krzysztof Michalski, Nietzsche's reflections on human life are inextricably linked to time, w[...]

This is the only book on smart grid networking and communications for energy engineers -- the communication aspects of smart grids are at the heart of this professional guide.[...]

Framework Design Guidelines, Second Edition, teaches developers the best practices for designing reusable libraries for the Microsoft .NET Framework. Expanded and updated for .NET 3.5, this new edition focuses on the design issues that directly affect the programmability of a class library, specific[...]

Wireless edge that uses optical core next generation networks will be as ubiquitous as traditional telephone networks, and today's engineering students must be prepared to meet the challenges of their development and deployment. Filled with illustrations and practical examples from industry the book[...]

Tools and methods for analysis and management of energy risk Energy and Power Risk Management, Second Edition addresses the complex issues and challenges arising in the expanding market for energy derivatives, providing readers with insight into modeling, hedging, and risk management techniques uti[...]

"Decalogue", "The Double Life of Veronique" and his trilogy, "Three Colours", earned Kieslowski his reputation as a world-class film-maker. Kieslowski was notoriously reticent, and even dismissive of his work and talent, but these frank and detailed discussions show a passion for film-making and a c[...]

* Points out potential for new technologies and markets * Written by a mixture of top industrial experts and academic professors * Focuses on explaining how technologies are used * Comprehensive coverage with extensive cross-referencing .[...]

The utilization of sensors, communications, and computer technologies to create greater efficiency in the generation, transmission, distribution, and consumption of electricity will enable better management of the electric power system. As the use of smart grid technologies grows, utilities will be [...]

I have never compromised in what I have done with what I think, what surrounds me. That's why my films cannot be taken out of the archives." Krzysztof Kies?lowski's untimely death came at the height of his career, after his Three Colors trilogy of films garnered international acclaim (and an Oscar [...]