Eihei Dogen, the founder of the Japanese branch of the Soto Zen Buddhist school, is considered one of the world's most remarkable religious philosophers. "Eihei Dogen: Mystical Realist is a comprehensive introduction to the genius of this brilliant thinker. This thirteenth-century figure has much to[...]
A comparative and interdisciplinary study arguing for a more sophisticated appreciation of the rise of the Hunnic Empire.[...]
Analysing the regulation of vessel-source pollution from the perspective of the political interests of key players in the ship transportation industry, this 2005 book by Alan Khee-Jin Tan offers a comprehensive and convincing account of how pollution of the marine environment by ships may be better [...]
An innovative look at Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), this practical reference fully covers new developments in SAR and its various methodologies, enabling readers to interpret SAR imagery. It includes theoretical scattering models and SAR data analysis techniques, and presents cutting-edge research[...]
This is the one and only travel guide you need to South Korea.Frommer's South Korea gives you the complete overview of insider knowledge on where and what to visit in this stunningly beautiful country, all in meticulous detail to point you towards the best that it has to offer.Packed with detailed, [...]
Useful in analyzing electromagnetic problems in a variety of engineering circumstances, the finite element method is a powerful simulation technique. This book explains the method's processes and techniques in careful, meticulous prose. It covers not only essential finite element method theory, but [...]
This book comes at a time when the intrinsic and self-evident value of queer rights and protections, from gay marriage to hate crimes, is increasingly put in question. It assembles writings that explore the new queer vitalities within their wider context of structural violence and neglect. Moving be[...]
This is the simplified Chinese, 2 volume edition (Vol. 2 of 2) of Jin Ping Mei, the forbidden classical Chinese fiction which is about Sexmen King (Ximen Qing) and his many concubines, authored by Lan-Ling Xiao-Xiao Sheng and edited by YeShell.[...]
Ha Jin's masterful new novel casts a searchlight into a forgotten corner of modern history, the experience of Chinese soldiers held in U.S. POW camps during the Korean War.[...]
Six Minor Prophets Through the Centuries is the work of highly respected biblical scholars, Jin Han and Richard Coggins. The volume explores the rich and complex reception history of the last six Minor Prophets in the exegesis, theology, worship, and arts of Judaism and Christianity.[...]
WAR IS COMING Vol'jin, courageous leader of the Darkspear tribe. His strength and cunning are unmatched even among the Horde's most exalted champions. Now, on the legendary continent of Pandaria, the troll chieftain faces his greatest trial yet, one that may redefine his purpose in the...WORLD OF WA[...]
"Quantitative literacy" for managers: How to develop basic analytical skills and be a more informed consumer of data. We're moving beyond the information age into the quantitative information age. This book promises to become your "quantitative literacy" guide - helping you develop the analytical sk[...]