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Agricultural And Botanical Explorations In Palestine

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Report copyright infringementby Aaron Aaronsohn (Author)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is importan...

Lignum-vitae; a Study of the Woods of the Zygophyllaceae With Reference to the True Lignum-vitae of Commerce--its Sources, Properties, Uses, and Subst

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Report copyright infringementby Samuel J. (Samuel James) 188 Record (Created by)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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, th...

City of Lake and Prairie: Chicago's Environmental History

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Report copyright infringementby Kathleen Brosnan (Editor), Ann Durkin Keating (Editor), William C. Barnett (Editor)Known as the Windy City and the Hog Butcher to the World, Chicago has earned a more apt sobriquet--City of Lake and Prairie--with this compelling, innovative, and deeply researched environmental history. Sitting at the southwestern tip of Lake Michigan, one of the largest freshwater bodies in the world, and on the eastern edge of the tallgrass prairies that fill much of the North...

The Complete Guide to Seed and Nut Oils: Growing, Foraging, and Pressing - Paperback

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by Bevin Cohen (Author)Press your own right at home - homemade oils for cooking and health. The Complete Guide to Seed and Nut Oils is a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated and photographed, full-color guide to growing, foraging, and pressing nut and seed crops to produce high-quality oils for culinary and other uses. Coverage includes: A brief history of seed oil extraction Culinary and health benefits of home-pressed oils versus factory produced oils Presses and other equipment options...

Cadillac Desert: The American West and Its Disappearing Water, Revised Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Marc Reisner (Author)"I've been thinking a lot about Cadillac Desert in the past few weeks, as the rain fell and fell and kept falling over California, much of which, despite the pouring heavens, seems likely to remain in the grip of a severe drought. Reisner anticipated this moment. He worried that the West's success with irrigation could be a mirage -- that it took water for granted and didn't appreciate the precariousness of our capacity to control it." - Fa...

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Report copyright infringementby Julian Togelius (Author)How to make AI capable of general intelligence, and what such technology would mean for society. Artificial intelligence surrounds us. More and more of the systems and services you interact with every day are based on AI technology. Although some very recent AI systems are generalists to a degree, most AI is narrowly specific; that is, it can only do a single thing, in a single context. For example, your spellchecker can't do mathematics...

Ugly's Electric Motors and Controls, 2020 Edition - Spiral

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by Charles R. Miller (Author)Work safely and efficiently on motors and controls with Ugly's Electric Motors and Controls, 2020 Edition. Updated to reflect the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), this pocket guide is a quick, on-the-job reference specifically designed to provide the most commonly required information on the design, installation, application, and maintenance of motors and controls in an easy-to-read, easy-to-access format. An ideal tool for electricians, contractors, designers...

Guia Basica Mecanica Automotriz: para principiantes e inexpertos - Paperback

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by Norberto Silva Esquivel IV (Author)Los principios que aqu te muestro, son b sicos pero primordiales para el correcto cuidado de tu autom vil, lo trate de hacer lo m s f cil de digerir, creo que es una excelente manera de revisar y cuidar tu autom vil, cuento con mas de 15 a os al servicio profesional de autom viles, aqu aprender s algunas cosas importantes, disfruta tu lectura. Number of Pages: 46 Dimensions: 0.11 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: April 22, 2020

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Report copyright infringementby Dave Crawford (Author), Daniel Yaw (Author)Esri Advanced Guide to Python in ArcGIS uses concise chapters and straightforward tutorials so experienced GIS professionals can learn and immediately apply complex Python skills and techniques. Back JacketSolving complex geospatial problems and delivering solutions has never been easier. Ready to take your Python knowledge to the next level? Esri Advanced Guide to Python in ArcGIS guides working GIS professionals thro...

Handmade: A Scientist's Search for Meaning Through Making

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Report copyright infringementby Anna Ploszajski (Author)A fresh and entertaining perspective on materials science involving the craftspeople who have built their careers around working with materials such as clay, stone, steel and wool. From atomic structures to theories about magnetic forces, scientific progress has given us a good grasp on the properties of many different materials. However, most scientists cannot measure the temperature of steel just by looking at it, or sculpt stone into ...

Poor Man's Fortune: White Working-Class Conservatism in American Metal Mining, 1850-1950 - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Jarod Roll (Author)White working-class conservatives have played a decisive role in American history, particularly in their opposition to social justice movements, radical critiques of capitalism, and government help for the poor and sick. While this pattern is largely seen as a post-1960s development, Poor Man's Fortune tells a different story, excavating the long history of white working-class conservatism in the century from the Civil War to World War II. Wi...

How We Got to the Moon: The People, Technology, and Daring Feats of Science Behind Humanity's Greatest Adventure - Hardcover

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by John Rocco (Author)LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD - YALSA EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION FINALIST - A ROBERT F. SIBERT HONOR BOOK This beautifully illustrated, oversized guide to the people and technology of the moon landing by award-winning author/illustrator John Rocco (illustrator of the Percy Jackson series) is a must-have for space fans, classrooms, and tech geeks. Everyone knows of Neil Armstrong's famous first steps on the moon. But what did it really take to get us there? The Moo...

Timber Frame Construction: All about Post-And-Beam Building

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Report copyright infringementby Jack A. Sobon (Author), Roger Schroeder (Author)Discover the satisfaction of making your own durable, economical, and environmentally friendly timber frame structures with the help of this accessible guide book. Covering all aspects of timber frame construction, this practical guide is filled with easy-to-understand instructions, clear illustrations, and helpful photographs. With expert advice on selecting appropriate timber, necessary tools, safety considera...

Estimator's Piping Man-hours Tool (Second Edition): Estimating Man-Hours for Carbon Steel Process Piping Projects: A Practical Manual with Examples

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Report copyright infringementby Gustavo Cinca (Author)Master Accurate Piping Man-Hour Estimation-Field-Verified, Practical, and Ready for Real ProjectsEngineering teams lose time and money when man-hour estimates are inconsistent, outdated, or based on guesswork. This book provides a clear, field-validated method for estimating labor hours in aboveground piping fabrication and installation, helping planners, supervisors, and estimators deliver predictable, defensible, and repeatable results.W...

New Directions in Race Car Aerodynamics: Designing for Speed

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Report copyright infringementby J. Katz (Author)The first book to summarize the secrets of the rapidly developing field of high-speed vehicle design. From F1 to Indy Car, Drag and Sedan racing, this book provides clear explanations for engineers who want to improve their design skills and enthusiasts who simply want to understand how their favorite race cars go fast. Explains how aerodynamics win races, why downforce is more important than streamlining and drag reduction, designing wings and ...

Simple & Natural Soapmaking: Create 100% Pure and Beautiful Soaps with the Nerdy Farm Wife's Easy Recipes and Techniques - Paperback

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by Jan Berry (Author)Create Fabulous Modern Soaps The Truly Natural, Eco-Friendly Way With this new comprehensive guide, herbalist Jan Berry offers everything the modern-day enthusiast needs to make incredible botanical soaps. Beginners can join in the sudsy fun with detailed tutorials and step-by-step photographs for making traditional cold-process soap and the more modern hot-process method with a slow cooker. Jan presents 50 easy, unique soap recipes with ingredients and scents inspired by...

The Digital Leader's Playbook: 60 Fundamental Maxims for Success for Today's It Executive

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Report copyright infringementby Paul Coby (Author)This practical guide, written by a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience, is packed with real-world advice and battle-tested solutions. Whether you're a new or aspiring IT leader or a seasoned one, this book will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the challenges of managing and transforming digitally your company or department.The Digital Leader's Playbook is not your typical IT leadership book. I...

The Rocket Mass Heater Builder's Guide: Complete Step-By-Step Construction, Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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Report copyright infringementby Erica Wisner (Author), Ernie Wisner (Author)Heat your home with 80% less wood while eliminating smoke, ash, and constant fire-tending. Complete construction manual for building ultra-efficient rocket mass heaters that provide superior comfort, slash heating costs, and burn so cleanly they're legal in smoke-restricted areas.Why Rocket Mass Heaters Outperform Traditional Wood Stoves: Conventional wood stoves waste 60-80% of fuel energy up the chimney. Rocket mass...

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Report copyright infringementby Stephan Raaijmakers (Author)An in-depth history of Large Language Models--and what their ubiquity, disruption, and creativity mean from a wider sociopolitical perspective. In November 2022, ChatGPT swept the globe with a mixed frenzy of excitement and anxiety. Was this a step closer to reaching singularity or just another marvel in machine learning? Author Stephan Raaijmakers provides a comprehensive introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs), describing what...

The Field Guide to Fleece: 100 Sheep Breeds & How to Use Their Fibers

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Report copyright infringementby Carol Ekarius (Author), Deborah Robson (Author)With this compact portable reference in hand, crafters can quickly and easily look up any of 100 different sheep breeds, the characteristics of their fleece, and the kinds of projects for which their fleece is best suited. Each breed profile includes a photograph of the animal and information about its origin and conservation status, as well as the weight, staple length, fiber diameter, and natural colors of its fl...

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Report copyright infringementby Usn (Ret) Lcdr Paul Allen Riley (Author)The book begins in a small town setting where aviation has earned a bad name because of an avoidable fatal crash. It is autobiographical only in the sense of the author's progression from non-interest to intense involvement in all aspects of flying. The title "Near Misses" describes close calls as well as choices that determined final outcomes. The highlights of an aspiring Naval Aviator's struggle to become a fighter pil...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Frahm (Author), Carola Roll (Author)Designing Intelligent Construction Projects Explore the potential impact of management cybernetics, lean methodologies, and digitalization on the construction sector As a heavily asset-driven industry, construction is at the crossroads of a transformation. Digitalization has already begun and is acting as a beacon. Intelligently designed project organizations and systems must follow to make construction projects fit f...

Official Catalogue of the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations 1851

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Report copyright infringementby Anonymous (Author)Copper from Cornwall, a hand-drill from Hampshire, elephant teeth from Sudan, and snuff-boxes from Switzerland. The Great Exhibition of 1851 included some 13,000 natural and man-made objects in the largest collection of materials and inventions the world had ever seen. This single-volume catalogue lists all the items on show with their origin and location. With the aid of its maps and lists, visitors were able to navigate the Crystal Palace wi...

The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology

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Report copyright infringementby Ray Kurzweil (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Celebrated futurist Ray Kurzweil presents an "elaborate, smart, and persuasive" (The Boston Globe) view of the future course of human development. "Artfully envisions a breathtakingly better world."--Los Angeles Times"Startling in scope and bravado."--Janet Maslin, The New York Times"An important book."--The Philadelphia Inquirer At the onset of the twenty-first century, humanity stands on the verge of the most t...

The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner: What to Do & When to Do It in the Garden, Orchard, Barn, Pasture & Equipment Shed

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Report copyright infringementby Ann Larkin Hansen (Author)This hardworking addition to the best-selling Backyard Homestead series offers expert advice on what tasks to do around your farm and when to do them--no matter where on the planet you call home. Author Ann Larkin Hansen sets the priorities for each area of the farm, including the barn, garden, orchard, field, pasture, and woodlot. For every critical turn of the year (12 in all), Hansen provides an at-a-glance to-do list along with t...

Where Stuff Comes from: How Toasters, Toilets, Cars, Computers and Many Other Things Come to Be as They Are

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Report copyright infringementby Harvey Molotch (Author)Molotch takes us on a fascinating exploration into the worlds of technology, design, corporate and popular culture. We now see how corporations, designers, retailers, advertisers, and other middle-men influence what a thing can be and how it is made. We see the way goods link into ordinary life as well as vast systems of consumption, economic and political operation. The book is a meditation into the meaning of the stuff in our lives and ...

The Book of Five Rings: Including the Book of Family Traditions on the Art of War by Yagyu Munenori

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Report copyright infringementby Miyamoto Musashi (Author), Thomas Cleary (Translator)The Book of Five Rings is one of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asian culture. Written not only for martial artists but for anyone who wants to apply the timeless principles of this text to their life, the book analyzes the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction. The Book of Five Rings was compo...

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Report copyright infringementby Randy Leffingwell (Author), Harm Lagaaij (Foreword by)Celebrate six decades of rear-engine excellence with this beautifully illustrated exploration of 60 milestone Porsche 911s. Porsche's 911 is the quintessential sports car--focused, purposeful, race-proven, and exciting. Since its prototype debut in 1963, the 911 has defied expectations while never losing its form or its giant-slaying heart. In Porsche 911 60 Years, best-selling Porsche author Randy Leffingwe...

Autocad(r) 3D Modeling: Exercise Workbook

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Heather (Author)World-class AutoCAD expert Steve Heather, co-author with Cheryl Shrock of the Beginning AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, Advanced AutoCAD Exercise Workbook, and the AutoCAD Pocket Reference, has written this ground-breaking text, covering step-by-step 3D applications for all AutoCAD users. The AutoCAD(R) 3D Modeling Exercise Workbook is designed for classroom instruction and self-study alike, and is suitable for both inch and metric users. Ther...

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Report copyright infringementby Henri Fayol (Author), Constance Storrs (Translator)2013 Reprint of 1949 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. While Frederick Taylor was tinkering with the technology employed by the individual worker, Fayol was theorizing about all of the elements necessary to organize and manage a major corporation. This work, published in French in 1916, was practically ignored in the U.S. until Constance Storrs' E...

Plants from Test Tubes: An Introduction to Micropropogation

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Report copyright infringementby Lydiane Kyte (Author), John Kleyn (Author), Holly Scoggins (Author)Thirty years ago, in vitro propagation was a new technique for producing plants, and Lydiane Kyte's Plants from Test Tubes became the standard work on the topic. The new fourth edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the many advances in science and technology, including the five accepted sequential stages of micropropagation. Ten new plants have been added. This in turn has g...

101 Things I Learned(r) in Engineering School

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Report copyright infringementby John Kuprenas (Author), Matthew Frederick (Author)Providing unique, accessible lessons on engineering, this title in the bestselling 101 Things I Learned(R) series is a perfect resource for students, recent graduates, general readers, and even seasoned professionals. An experienced civil engineer presents the physics and fundamentals underlying the many fields of engineering. Far from a dry, nuts-and-bolts exposition, 101 Things I Learned(R) in Engineering ...