National governments today see schooling as a key instrument for the fostering of national identity and active citizenship. In developing countries, the goals of universal literacy and mass schooling are recognized as the basis for economic progress and political stability. In this book, the authors[...]

In "The Web Designer's 101 Most Important Decisions," Scott Parker distils his in-depth experience of web publishing into 101 practical insights that readers can draw on with ease. He offers best-practice and insider tips, from the basics--ensuring your web design is easily accessible and quick to l[...]

After he evens the score with those who betrayed him and recovers the money he was cheated out of from the syndicate, Parker is riding high, living in swank hotels and enjoying the finer things in life again. Until, that is, he's fingered by a squealer who rats him out to The Outfit for the price th[...]

Progressive enhancement is an approach to web development that aims to deliver the best possible experience to the widest possible audience, and simplifies coding and testing as well. Whether users are viewing your sites on an iPhone, the latest and greatest high-end system, or even hearing them on [...]

Offering philosophical insights into the popular morning brew, "Coffee -- Philosophy for Everyone" kick starts the day with an entertaining but critical discussion of the ethics, aesthetics, metaphysics, and culture of coffee. Matt Lounsbury of pioneering business Stumptown Coffee discusses just how[...]

A cabinet of magic A cavalcade of wonder A collection of stories both strange and wondrous, of tales filled with wild adventure and strange imaginings. Fearsome Magics, the second New Solaris Book of Fantasy, is all these things and more. It is, we think, one of the best books you will read all ye[...]