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Empire of the Air : The Men Who Made Radio (0060981199)

The story of the invention of radio focuses on scientist Lee de Forest, brilliant recluse Edwin Armstrong, and RCA mogul David Sarnoff, who turned a basement discovery into a worldwide communications revolution Product details Format Paperback | 432 pages Dimensions 134 x 204 x 25.4mm | 340.19g

A History of Public Education in Rhode Island, from 1636 to 1876 .. (9781363071296)

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artefact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. As a reproduction of a historical artefact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Product details Format

Genius Makers : The Mavericks Who Brought A.I. to Google, Facebook, and the World (9781847942142)

The definitive account of the race to create artificial intelligence 'This colourful page-turner puts artificial intelligence into a human perspective . . . Metz explains this transformative technology and makes the quest thrilling.' Walter Isaacson, author of Steve Jobs ___ Long dismissed as a technology of the distant future, artificial intelligence was a project once consigned to the fringes of the scientific community. Then two researchers changed everything. One was a 64-year-old computer science professor with a back problem so severe he could not drive or fly. The other was a 36-year-old neuroscientist and chess prodigy. Though they took very different paths, together they helped catapult AI to the forefront of our daily lives and, in the process, created a business worth billions. This is the story of that technological revolution and of the arms race it has sparked among companies that range from Google to Facebook to OpenAI. It's the story of growing internationa

Das bin ich - von Kopf bis Fuß (3785548389)

+ Fördert die emotionale Entwicklung von Kindern + Wichtige Sachbücher + Durchgehend detailreich farbig illustriert + Leicht verständliche Texte + Großformatiges Hardcover + Jungen spielen nicht mit Puppen, Mädchen raufen nicht - dass das so nicht stimmt, zeigt dieses Buch. Es macht Kindern Mut, so zu sein, wie sie sind. Denn das ist der Grundstein für einen selbstbewussten Umgang mit anderen Menschen und nicht zuletzt auch mit der eigenen Sexualität. Dieses Buch gibt einfühlsame und offene Antworten auf alle Fragen, die Kinder sich zu den Themen Jungen und Mädchen, Männer und Frauen, Sexualität und Schwangerschaft stellen. Dagmar Geisler, Bestsellerautorin und Expertin für Kinderentwicklung, schreibt seit über 25 Jahren Sachbücher, die bei der emotionalen Entwicklung von Kindern helfen. Einfühlsam und kindgerecht behandelt sie schwierige Themen wie Aufklärung und unterstützt so Eltern und Kinder dabei, darüber zu reden. Product details

Medical Terminology For Dummies (9781119625476)

Take the intimidation out of medical terminology Every job in the medical field needs some background in medical terminology. From the check-in desk to the doctor to the pharmaceutical sales rep, and everyone around and in between, healthcare professionals and those in adjacent fields use a common and consistent vocabulary to improve quality, safety, and efficiency. Medical Terminology For Dummies is a powerful resource for current and prospective healthcare professionals. It provides different ways to memorize the words and their meanings, including ideas for study materials, flash cards, quizzes, mind maps, and games. Plus, you'll discover how to identify, pronounce, define, and apply words in proper context. Grasp the standardized language of medicine Find the easiest way to remember tongue-twisting terms Benefit from lots of definitions and examples Understand, retain, and put this knowledge to use If you're one of the millions of professionals hoping to succeed in this

Mind on Fire : Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize 2019 (9780241982853)

Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize 2019 '[A] painfully intense, courageous and gripping account of [Fanning's] journey to the underworld of madness and back. This is a brave and instructive book.' Irish Times 'Extraordinary. An account of mental illness, grief, delusions, homelessness, a fractured family relationship ... and all while trying to recover and create. Superb writing on a frequently difficult subject.' Sinead Gleeson Arnold Thomas Fanning had his first experience of depression during adolescence, following the death of his mother. Some ten years later, an up-and-coming playwright, he was overcome by mania and delusions. Thus began a terrible period in which he was often suicidal, increasingly disconnected from family and friends, sometimes in trouble with the law, and homeless in London. Drawing on his own memories, the recollections of people who knew him when he was at his worst, and medical and police records, Arnold Thomas Fanning has produced a

Splittermond - Zhoujiang : Der Phönix im Schatten des Drachen (3958670628)

Lang und stolz ist die Geschichte von Zhoujiang, dem Land des Phönix, weit im Osten des Kontinents Lorakis. Seit Jahrhunderten blühen Kunst, Kultur und Wissenschaft in dem prachtvollen Reich am Jadeband, finden wertvolle Waren ihren Weg in weit entfernte Länder, lehren Kampfmeister ihre Kunst an angesehenen Schulen, erkunden Mönche und Gelehrte in abgelegenen Bergklöstern den Willen der Götter und das Wesen der Welt. Heute jedoch ist ein Schatten über das Land des Phönix gefallen. Der Tod der alten Kaiserin und der Aufstieg des einflussreichen General Wu haben das stolze Kaiserreich gespalten. Die Anhänger der Kaiserfamilie und die Soldaten des Generals liefern sich einen mal offenen, mal verborgenen Schlagabtausch, und im Schatten dieses Kampfes bauen die Triaden, die mächtigen Verbrecherorganisationen Zhoujiangs, ihre Macht immer weiter aus. Zhoujiang ist ein Quellenband für das Rollenspiel Splittermond, in dem das Kaiserreich am Jadeband beschrieben wird. In diesem Buch erhalten Sie

Lexis : An Introduction to English Words (9780955345159)

Have you ever wondered why English has more than one word for the same thing? Why the meat of a sheep is called 'mutton'? Or what 'velcroid' means? If you would like to find out more about words, but don't know where to begin, then 'Lexis' is for you. Written in a lively, easy-to-read style it covers: - What we mean by a person's vocabulary - How to improve your knowledge and understanding of words - How to get your message across by using words effectively - How to fit your language to different social situations - The history of English words - New words and how they are formed - The grammar of words Plus a reference section covering: - Word classes - Words that are commonly confused - Prefixes - Suffixes - Glossary of technical terms - Resources in print and online John Seely is the author of the best-selling 'Oxford A-Z of Grammar and Punctuation' and 'The Oxford Guide to Effective Writing and Speaking'.

Los Problemas del Alcohol (9788497000307)

Esta obra aborda el alcoholismo como una enfermedad desde todos los puntos de vista: las relaciones familiares y con amigos, el trabajo, la salud, secuelas psíquicas o físicas, etc. Ofrece una visión global, desde la naturaleza y efectos del alcohol sobre el cuerpo, pasando por el reconocimiento de la enfermedad y la dependencia. Explica los trastornos físicos y psíquicos que lleva aparejados, se reflejan los alcoholismos masculino y femenino y se ocupa de sus repercusiones en el resto de la familia. Da consejos y pasos a seguir para el tratamiento y la rehabilitación, destacando la importancia de las medidas de prevención a temprana edad como la primera medida necesaria. Es un libro muy interesante y recomendable para profesionales y familiares de personas afectadas. Product details Format Paperback

Monetary Nationalism and International Stability (9781614273417)

2012 Reprint of 1937 Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This book contains five essays by a young Hayek. Lectures are: "National Monetary Systems; The Function and Mechanism of International Flows of Money; Independent Currencies; International Capita Movements and The Problems of a Really International Standard." Lectures include considerable discussion of the gold standard. Product details Format Paperback | 108 pages Dimensions 152 x 229 x 7mm

Evolve Level 2 Student's Book (9781108405249)

EVOLVE is a six-level English course that gets students speaking with confidence. Drawing on insights from language teaching experts and real students, this Level 2 (CEFR A2) Student's Book covers all skills and focuses on the most effective and efficient ways to make progress in English. Each of the 12 units in the book features Time to speak, a lesson where decision-making and problem-solving tasks enable speaking to thrive. Optional mobile phone activities help create personalized learning experiences. Product details Format Paperback | 176 pages Dimensions 217

Seeking Happily Ever After : Navigating the Ups and Downs of Being Single without Losing Your Mind (and Possibly Finding Mr. Right Along the Way) (9781585428311)

Read Michelle Cove's blogs and other content on the Penguin Community. The ultimate antidote to negative dating guides, this practical, positive book helps single women figure out and achieve their personal goals for their romantic futures. Singleness is no longer a quick blip on the radar of our lives; for more and more of us, singleness is a bona fide life stage, with its own joys and challenges. Positive and uplifting, "Seeking Happily Ever" After is the first true road map to that life stage for women- a guide to navigating the ups and downs and developing a plan for understanding and achieving your own romantic goals. "Seeking Happily Ever After" offers individualized advice for twelve different "types" of single women-from women who've spent their whole life dreaming of a perfect wedding to those who have always assumed they would marry young but are now unsure-and many more. Filled with exercises and "action items" to help the r

Parent like a Triplet : The Definitive Guide for Parents of Twins and Triplets...from an Identical Triplet (9788230344613)

"It's not often you learn something whilst feeling like you are having so much fun but this book hits the spot." --Keith Reed, Twins Trust "What I most admire is Kari's uncanny ability to communicate the challenges of being a multiple from a childhood perspective." --Joan A. Friedman, author of Emotionally Healthy Twins If you're wondering what it feels like to grow up and be a twin or a triplet then this is the book for you. Identical triplet Kari Ertresvåg interweaves advice and observations on life as a multiple with hilarious anecdotes from her own, covering the logistically challenging early years, the perplexities of teenagerhood, and the clarity that comes as an adult. With humour and honesty, Ertresvåg lays bare what it feels like to grow up as a twin or a triplet--covering everything from what it's like to share friends, an underwear drawer or one's birthday, how to deal with incessant comparisons and layers of confusion, to what it

Trusted Criminals : White Collar Crime In Contemporary Society (9780495600824)

TRUSTED CRIMINALS: WHITE COLLAR CRIME IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY is a comprehensive guide that covers topics ranging from the problems involved in studying white collar crimes to the principal focus of the crimes to the character of the legal and criminal justice response to the crime. Product details Format Paperback | 496 pages Dimensions 187 x 235 x 27mm | 885g

Evolve 3 (B1). American English. Workbook with Audio (9783125404540)

WORKBOOK Comprehensive practice and consolidation of new language - vocabulary, grammar, functional language, and reading and listening skills - in every unit. Downloadable Workbook audio Product details Format Paperback Dimensions 215 x 277 x 10mm | 286g Publication date 01 May 2019 Publisher

The Viva Mayr Diet : 14 Days to a Flatter Stomach and a Younger You (9780007309498)

A glass of wine at dinner and a flatter stomach in 14 days? Yes girls, it can be done! The Viva Mayr Diet is the savvy diet for people in the real world who want to get a bikini body and revamp their health with ease. It's based on the world-famous Viva Mayr spa clinic in Austria, the hottest health and weight loss destination in Europe. After 14 days your stomach will be flatter, your skin will be glowing, you'll have a spring in your step and you'll be well on your way to getting a fabulous beach babe body. You'll feel so good you'll want to make The Viva Mayr Diet a way of life - and let's face it girls, if you want to make a permanent dent into those love handles you've got to look a bit further into the future. The difference is that after the 14 days you'll be hooked and it should feel as natural following The Viva Mayr Diet as it is reaching for your lip gloss. Dr Harald Stossier, the medical genius behind it all, has teamed up with Helena Frith P