On June 3, 1769, the planet Venus briefly passed across the face of the sun in a cosmic alignment that occurs twice per century. Anticipation of the rare celestial event sparked a worldwide competition among aspiring global superpowers, each sending their own scientific expeditions to far-flung dest[...]
Technology is at the heart of learning for all of us and every teacher needs to be using social media, mobile technologies and transformational digital learning opportunities as an integral part of their range of strategies for helping students make the maximum progress. In this book in the 'Perfec[...]
Marilyn Monroe is the most famous, ubiquitous, and idolized woman of our modern age. An icon of physical beauty, sexuality, and the quintessentially American dream, Marilyn's legend continues to grow four decades after her death. MM:Personal is a new and illuminating look behind the veil of that leg[...]
This is a work of sharp, unforgettable images and an irresistible narrative. Here is the story of lives painfully intertwined: the unnamed narrator, haunted by nightmarish memories of her father, lives with the androgynous Malina, an initially remote and dispassionate man who ultimately becomes an i[...]
This first full-length consideration of this noted director's work, "Wes Anderson: Why His Movies Matter" is organized chronologically to encompass all of Anderson's films, from 1996's "Bottle Rocket to Rushmore", "The Royal Tenenbaums", and the 2009 release, "The Fantastic Mr. Fox". This study incl[...]
Mark Mothersbaugh: It's a Beautiful World is the first comprehensive publication of the visual art of Mothersbaugh. Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of the New Wave band Devo, is a legendary figure for fans of both street art and music culture. He has been a practicing visual artist since the early 197[...]
Drafting and Negotiating Commercial Contracts, Third Edition is the 'one-stop-shop' for practical contractual matters, making it essential reading for commercial lawyers, contract managers and anyone involved in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts. This book includes: A guide to the common[...]
This popular book clearly and concisely de-constructs the boilerplate clauses commonly used in commercial contracts.[...]
This two volume set presents recent advances in the knowledge and technology related to the field of cardiology. Beginning with a basic introduction, the text continues with a step by step approach through the subject, covering topics such as cardiovascular pharmacology, electrophysiology, coronary [...]
Does a knowledge of Latin facilitate he learning of computer programming? Does skill in geometry make it easier to learn music? The issue of the transfer of learning from one domain to another is a classic problem in psychology as well as an educational question of great importance, which this ingen[...]
Musculoskeletal Imaging Cases features 145 cases that cover the spectrum of clinical musculoskeletal issues and imaging modalities for a practical, easy-to-use review guide.[...]
Seeing is believing with the "Atlas of Normal Roentgen Variants That May Simulate Disease", edited by the late Theodore Keats and Mark W. Anderson. Now streamlined into a more concise, portable print format, with a wealth of additional content online, this medical reference book's thousands of image[...]
"Twilight of the Idols" revisits some of the sensational scandals of early Hollywood to evaluate their importance for our contemporary understanding of human deviance. By analyzing changes in the star system and by exploring the careers of individual stars - Wallace Reid, Rudolph Valentino, and Mabe[...]
"Twilight of the Idols" revisits some of the sensational scandals of early Hollywood to evaluate their importance for our contemporary understanding of human deviance. By analyzing changes in the star system and by exploring the careers of individual stars - Wallace Reid, Rudolph Valentino, and Mabe[...]
" Many sport psychology texts focus on what to do -- relaxation, imagery, etc. This is the first text to focus directly on the how of doing sport psychology."Doing Sport Psychology" involves much more than the standard techniques such as goal setting and positive self-talk. Counselors' personalities[...]
Introduction to Cultural Ecology provides a comprehensive discussion of the history and theoretical foundations of cultural ecology, featuring nine case studies from around the world.[...]
As an evangelist in the United States and to third world countries, author Mark Anderson has observed first-hand how "pride" can destroy people and churches, while "humility" can revive and refresh people--and energize and expand even a fledgling ministry. "When pride comes, then comes shame;but wit[...]
A comprehensive reference guide interpreting and applying healthcare reform law for consultants, appraisers, accountants, and attorneys. It explains the healthcare law for individuals and businesses alike, what to expect from it and what actions they need to take to comply. It interprets and applies[...]