Knowledge representation is at the very core of a radical idea for understanding intelligence. Instead of trying to understand or build brains from the bottom up, its goal is to understand and build intelligent behavior from the top down, putting the focus on what an agent needs to know in order to [...]
PercussionThis bilingual book presents a new systematic approach to playing Latin American rhythms. It'll help you develop your coordination and independence, and play superimposed rhythms. Designed for drummers who are eager to take their playing to the next level, the book is divided into 16-week [...]
Dry-cured pork's flavours are a taste of the landscape and climate. The ultimate slow food, it has served as a crucial food source for many cultures. It doesn't need to be complicated to make. Science teacher Hector Kent has written the book he wished he'd had when he made his first prosciutto: one [...]
Paulus Hector Mair was perhaps the most intriguing figure in the Liechtenauer tradition of German Renaissance martial arts. An enthusiastic practitioner of fencing, wrestling and other martial arts, he was determined to preserve the knowledge of the combat arts of his time. His dream is realized in [...]
Mexico City independent detective Hector Belascoaran Shayne is summoned back home from vacation by his sister, whose childhood friend Anita has been raped and nearly killed by unknown assailants. Hector soon discovers that Anita, recently married into the wealthy Costa family, has just seen her husb[...]
Hector Belascoaran Shayne has danced with the dead. Luke Estrella does the rumba in white patent leather shoes. Together, they make the perfect pair to lead each other into an inferno under an azure Acapulco sky: a hell populated by mariachis and machine guns, incompetent bikini contest judges, and [...]
Contending that violence is often the result of scarce resources, the author maintains that scarcity and an endorsement of violence is reflected in the religious concepts of sacred space, "chosen people," and salvation.[...]
Running along the the cult-hit television series' timeline, an action-packed compilation of Buffy comics follows the chosen slayer from Los Angeles to Sunnydale and introduces the souled vampire Angel.[...]
This is the first book to present a practical, problem-solving approach and hands-on tools and techniques for assessing English language learners and culturally diverse students in K-12 settings. It meets a crucial need among practitioners and special educators working in today's schools. Provided a[...]
One of 12 books, in a series on the subject of oral board preparation in radiology. Each book will consist of 100 cases. An additional 150 cases will be available online.[...]
RadCases contains cases selected to simulate everything that you'll see on your rounds, rotations, and exams. RadCases also helps you identify the correct differential diagnosis for each case - including the most critical. Visit RadCases.thieme.com for free sample cases and to experience this dynam[...]
In the age of computer animation and special effects, where will the real-life monsters go? After decades starring in Hollywood's top-grossing films, werewolves and mummies alike find modern-day LA far more frightening than any creature feature. "Screamland" sheds light on the creatures haunting the[...]
The inside story of the great microchip war, a legal and strategic battle for a competitive market. When Hector Ruiz joined AMD, quickly ascending to the CEO's suite, he took the helm of a dynamic company that was nonetheless struggling against perceptions that it could not contend with Intel, the G[...]
Universal Design, Design for All and Inclusive Design are all aimed at dismantling physical and social barriers to inclusion in all areas of life. Engagement in universal design is on the increase worldwide as practitioners and researchers explore creative and desirable solutions to shape the future[...]
Global catastrophe looms on the horizon, but how much time is left? There are warning signs the Lord has told us to watch for. The Bible presents a clear picture of what is to come in the final days, offering hope and peace to those who hear His voice and respond.
With an eye to world events an[...]
The definitive biography, now updated to include the tragic death of Robin Gibb in May of this year. Most famous for having created the soundtrack to 'Saturday Night Fever', the ultimate disco movie, Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb have also written countless hits, both for themselves and others and t[...]
Studying Scots Law provides a highly readable account of the educational and training requirements for entry into the Scottish legal profession and provides essential information on law courses throughout Scotland as well as giving useful advice on study skills.[...]
There is a growing need for high-throughput separations in food and environmental research that are able to cope with the analysis of a large number of compounds in very complex matrices. Laboratories worldwide are now demanding fast and efficient analytical procedures with enough sensitivity, robus[...]