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Full Spectrum Disorder: The Military in the New American Century - Paperback

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by Stan Goff (Author)Goff's career as an NCO in the Special Forces (Delta Force, US Rangers, Special Ops) took him from the invasions of Panama, Grenada and Haiti, to the training grounds of the Colombian Army (ostensibly in drug interdiction), to a semester as a West Point lecturer, to Mogadishu at the time of the operation immortalized in Black Hawk Down. Unlike the typical soldier's memoir, Goff does not in machismo or heart-searching. He draws lessons from his past, lessons about foreign ...

The Golem: What You Should Know about Science - Paperback

$21.58

by Harry M. Collins (Author), Trevor Pinch (Author)Harry Collins and Trevor Pinch liken science to the Golem, a creature from Jewish mythology, powerful yet potentially dangerous, a gentle, helpful creature that may yet run amok at any moment. Through a series of intriguing case studies the authors debunk the traditional view that science is the straightforward result of competent theorisation, observation and experimentation. The very well-received first edition generated much debate, reflec...

The Art of War: A Graphic Novel - Hardcover

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by Sun Tzu (Author), Pete Katz (Illustrator)An entertaining graphic adaptation of the oldest military treatise in the world. Hailed as the oldest philosophical discussion on military strategy, Sun Tzu's The Art of War has been adapted as a graphic novel by award-winning illustrator Pete Katz. In this collectible thread-bound edition, the narrative focuses on a teacher instructing a pupil on the main points of Sun Tzu's treatise, with vibrant battle scenes interspersed throughout. Issues such ...

The Art of War: The Definitive Translation of the Linyi Text - Paperback

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by Sun-Tzu (Author) The landmark translation, based on the "Linyi text" that predates all previous versions by 1,000 years."There is no doubt that J. H. Huang's new translation of Sun-tzu will be valuable to scholars of military art for many years to come. . . . An important work." -- General H. Norman Schwarzkopf"The Linyi verion of Sun-tzu provides a fresh new interpretation of Sun-tzu's classic works. As the oldest version yet discovered, it lays strong claim to the closet adherence of Sun...

The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook: More Than 200 Fibers, from Animal to Spun Yarn - Hardcover

$40.00

by Carol Ekarius (Author), Deborah Robson (Author)This one-of-a-kind encyclopedia shines a spotlight on more than 200 animals and their wondrous fleece. Profiling a worldwide array of fiber-producers that includes northern Africa's dromedary camel, the Navajo churro, and the Tasmanian merino, Carol Ekarius and Deborah Robson include photographs of each animal's fleece at every stage of the handcrafting process, from raw to cleaned, spun, and woven. The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook is an arti...

The Opt-Out Family: How to Give Your Kids What Technology Can't - Paperback

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by Erin Loechner (Author)Discover a new and hopeful path forward as you consider your family's approach to social media, screen time, and technology.We've all heard the mind-boggling statistics about technology and social media use. The numbers don't lie; our obsession with smartphones and social media is slowly eroding the very essence of our homes and families. We see it. We feel it. We know it.So what do we do about it?Spoiler alert: Forget parental control apps, time limits, or reward cha...

The Lego Architecture Idea Book: 1001 Ideas for Brickwork, Siding, Windows, Columns, Roofing, and Much, Much More - Hardcover

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by Alice Finch (Author)Take your creations to the next level with The LEGO Architecture Idea Book These clever building tips will give you endless inspiration for making your own amazing mansions, castles, houses, spooky shacks, and more. Every chapter includes ideas for creating architectural elements like columns, doors, windows, and walls. But rather than providing step-by-step instructions, the book includes helpful photography from every angle that shows you how to achieve the look, ada...

North American Maps for Curious Minds: 100 New Ways to See the Continent - Hardcover

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by Matthew Bucklan (Author), Victor Cizek (Author), Ian Wright (Foreword by)No matter how well you think you know North America, the 100 infographic maps in this singular atlas uncover a trove of fresh wonders that make the continent seem like the center of the universe. Did you know that North America is where the first T. rex was found? Or that it's where you can visit the world's biggest geode as well as its oldest, tallest, and largest trees--not to mention the world's tallest and steepes...

Essential (Further) Elementary & Intermediate Nuclear Reactor Physics & Engineering Unzipped - Paperback

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by Adrian Carrington (Author)Of all subjects the physics, engineering and technology of nuclear reactors is perhaps one of the most esoteric yet it plays a highly important role in most of our lives; and soon, without doubt, will become even more so. Because it is generally unknown means that it is often feared but it shouldn't be. Books that broach this subject often do so from either a most basic approach, leaving the enquiring mind wanting for more, or more often are designed specifically ...

Quirky: The Remarkable Story of the Traits, Foibles, and Genius of Breakthrough Innovators Who Changed the World - Paperback

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by Melissa A. Schilling (Author)The science behind the traits and quirks that drive creative geniuses to make spectacular breakthroughs What really distinguishes the people who literally change the world--those creative geniuses who give us one breakthrough after another? What differentiates Marie Curie or Elon Musk from the merely creative, the many one-hit wonders among us? Melissa Schilling, one of the world's leading experts on innovation, invites us into the lives of eight people--Albert...

Near Field Communications Technology and Applications - Hardcover

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by Mike Hendry (Author)Whether you are a developer, engineer, researcher or student, this practical guide gives you everything you need to know about NFC technology and its applications. You will learn what differentiates NFC from other short-range technologies such as contactless cards, RFID and Bluetooth, as well as discovering the opportunities it provides, from a fast and instinctive user interface with no infrastructure requirements to the world of Secure Elements, Trusted Service Manage...

How to Rebuild Honda B-Series Engines - Paperback

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by Jason Siu (Author)The photos in this edition are black and white. The first book of its kind, How to Rebuild the Honda B-Series Engine shows exactly how to rebuild the ever-popular Honda B-series engine. The book explains variations between the different B-series designations and elaborates upon the features that make this engine family such a tremendous and reliable design. Honda B-series engines are some of the most popular for enthusiasts to swap, and they came in many popular Honda and...

Market Power Politics: War, Institutions, and Strategic Delay in World Politics - Paperback

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by Stephen E. Gent (Author), Mark J. C. Crescenzi (Author)A new theory of market power politics that explains when and why states will delay cooperation or even fight wars in pursuit of this elusive goal.How are the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, the Russian incursions into Ukraine and Georgia, and China's occupation of islands in the South China Sea related? All three of these important moments in modern history were driven by the motivation to capture market power. Whether it was oil for Iraq, n...

Introduction to Quantum Nanotechnology: A Problem Focused Approach - Paperback

$80.35

by Steel (Author)Quantum is rapidly emerging as a game-changer in technology. The end of Moore's Law for exponential growth is rapidly approaching and engineers and physicist alike are looking at moving past the classical limitations of modern technology and are exploring the new opportunities that quantumbehaviour creates in sensing, metrology, communications and information processing. This book serves as introduction to quantum theory with emphasis on dynamical behaviour and applications o...

Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens, 4th Edition: Breed Selection, Facilities, Feeding, Health Care, Managing Layers & Meat Birds - Paperback

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by Gail Damerow (Author)Serious poultry farmers and backyard bird raisers have relied on this best-selling reference for more than 20 years. The fourth edition of Gail Damerow's comprehensive handbook is now completely revised and redesigned, making it more accessible and informative than ever. You'll get the most up-to-date details on shelter, food, health care, eggs, chicks, and meat, and recent research into chicken behavior and communication makes the sections on flock management truly au...

Robot Ethics 2.0: From Autonomous Cars to Artificial Intelligence - Paperback

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by Patrick Lin (Editor), Ryan Jenkins (Editor), Keith Abney (Editor)The robot population is rising on Earth and other planets. (Mars is inhabited entirely by robots.) As robots slip into more domains of human life--from the operating room to the bedroom--they take on our morally important tasks and decisions, as well as create new risks from psychological to physical. This makes it all the more urgent to study their ethical, legal, and policy impacts. To help the robotics industry and broader...

Diary of a Pint-Sized Farmer: A Year of Keeping Sheep, Raising Kids, and Staying Sane - Hardcover

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by Sally Urwin (Author)Balancing life as a family-business entrepreneur, here's how one woman left a corporate career to become a farmer. Even though her feet don't quite reach the tractor pedals, this city-girl-turned-shepherd found happiness and love with one husband, two kids, grumpy rams, ewes and lambs, Mavis the Sheepdog, and a very fat pony. Ever dream of reinventing yourself and starting over? Sally Urwin did and this is her story--inspiring, touching, and often very, very funny. Once...

Musashi's Book of Five Rings: The Definitive Interpretation of Miyamoto Musashi's Classic Book of Strategy - Paperback

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by Miyamoto Musashi (Author), Stephen F. Kaufman (Author)This classic interpretation of Miyamoto Musashi's famous Book of Five Rings is explicitly intended for the martial artist--as Miyamoto Musashi originally intended. It explains the underlying truths necessary for a full understanding of Musashi's message for warriors. The result is an enthralling book on military strategy that combines the instincts of the warrior with the philosophies of Zen Buddhism, Shintoism, Confucianism and Taoism...

The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World - Hardcover

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by Allison J. Pugh (Author)A timely and urgent argument for preserving the work that connects us in the age of automation With the rapid development of artificial intelligence and labor-saving technologies like self-checkouts and automated factories, the future of work has never been more uncertain, and even jobs requiring high levels of human interaction are no longer safe. The Last Human Job explores the human connections that underlie our work, arguing that what people do for each other in...

Happiness Effect: How Social Media Is Driving a Generation to Appear Perfect at Any Cost - Paperback

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by Donna Freitas (Author), Christian Smith (Foreword by)Sexting. Cyberbullying. Narcissism. Social media has become the dominant force in young people's lives, and each day seems to bring another shocking tale of private pictures getting into the wrong hands, or a lament that young people feel compelled to share their each and every thought with the entire world. Have smartphones and social media created a generation of self-obsessed egomaniacs? Absolutely not, Donna Freitas argues in this pr...

Make: Radio: Learn about Radio Through Electronics, Wireless Experiments, and Projects - Paperback

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by Fredrik Jansson (Author)Radio waves are all around us. They're used by cell phones, Wi-Fi routers, TV dishes, and even satellite networks to convey data on thousands of different frequencies. When we unlock a car door with the push of a button or stream music to wireless earbuds, that's radio. It's a simple yet dynamic technology that has been harnessed by creative experimenters for over a century--and now you can join the adventure! Author Fredrik Jansson demystifies the world of radio t...

Spatial Linear Models for Environmental Data - Hardcover

$178.20

by Dale L. Zimmerman (Author), Jay M. Ver Hoef (Author)Many applied researchers equate spatial statistics with prediction or mapping, but this book naturally extends linear models, which includes regression and ANOVA as pillars of applied statistics, to achieve a more comprehensive treatment of the analysis of spatially autocorrelated data.Author BiographyDale L. Zimmerman is Professor of Statistics at the University of Iowa, and Jay M. Ver Hoef is Senior Scientist and Statistician, Alaska Fi...

Analog Audio Amplifier Design - Paperback

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by John C. M. Lam (Author)Analog Audio Amplifier Design introduces all the fundamental principles of analog audio amplifiers, alongside practical circuit design techniques. Covering all the basics of amplifier operation and configuration, as well as high-end audio amplifiers, this is a comprehensive guide with design examples and exercises throughout. Author BiographyJohn C.M. Lam received a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington. He has been employed in the semicondu...

Measuring the Impact of the Built Environment on Health, Wellbeing, and Performance: Techniques, Methods, and Implications for Design Research - Hardcover

$113.38

by Altaf Engineer (Author), Aletheia Ida (Author), Wooyoung Jung (Author)This book reveals how subjective and objective data gathered by innovative methods of measurement give us the ability to quantify stress, health, performance and wellbeing outcomes in different built environments.Author BiographyAltaf Engineer is an architect and Associate Professor at the School of Architecture and University of Arizona Institute on Place, Wellbeing, and Performance (UA IPWP) - an interdisciplinary inst...

Woodworking Joinery by Hand: Innovative Techniques Using Japanese Saws and Jigs - Paperback

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by Toyohisa Sugita (Author)Woodworking Joinery by Hand is a ground-breaking woodworking book that introduces a new twist on the traditional hand-cut methods of joint making. With Sugita's unique method of guiding and controlling the saw blade using jigs and magnetic sheets, even a complete beginner can learn advanced joint-making techniques with hand tools alone. Making it easy to produce straight and square cuts, this pioneering technique is a game-changer for producing high-precision, beaut...

Yersinia Pestis. A Brief Overview on its History and Biology - Paperback

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by Alexandria Villa (Author)Essay from the year 2017 in the subject Biology - Diseases, Health, Nutrition, grade: 1, language: English, abstract: This essay explores the long history of Yersinia pestis, otherwise known as The Black Plague, The Black Death, or The Bubonic Plague. The essay explores the possible routs the bacterium took to end up being one of the most deadly diseases known to the history of man, also delving into topics like the bacterium's structure, function, its strengths, a...

Autómatas Programables. Simatic S7-1200 - Paperback

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by Florencio Jesús Cembranos Nistal (Author)La sociedad industrial actual necesita personal que pueda adaptarse r pidamente a los grandes avances cient fico-t cnicos en todos los campos del saber. La inform tica y la electr nica en todas sus facetas ya no son una herramienta novedosa sino la base para nuestro trabajo. Por ello, desde ingenieros hasta el personal de montaje y mantenimiento debe estar formado en estos campos.Con este libro se pretende dar al alumno una formaci n avanzada en el ...

The Ultimate Guide to Raising Farm Animals: A Complete Guide to Raising Chickens, Pigs, Cows, and More - Paperback

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by Laura Childs (Author), Jennifer Megyesi (Author), Jessie Shiers (Author)Learn how to take care of chickens, pigs, sheep, cows, and other livestock. Each chapter of this fully illustrated book is dedicated to a different animal, and you will learn not only how to take care of them but also what sorts of things you can get from them. Imagine putting together a big breakfast using eggs straight from your own chickens and bacon from the pig. This is an ideal that many dream of but few ever get...

Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, 5th Edition: Breeding, Care, Facilities - Paperback

$24.95

by Paula Simmons (Author), Carol Ekarius (Author)Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep is the best-selling, most trusted reference for farmers and backyard homesteaders with any size flock. The fifth edition is now updated with full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, including a gallery of the best breed choices for both meat and fiber. With their small size and gentle dispositions, sheep are one of the easier livestock species to raise and offer varied marketing opportunities, includi...

Machine Learning, Revised and Updated Edition - Paperback

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by Ethem Alpaydin (Author)A concise overview of machine learning--computer programs that learn from data--the basis of such applications as voice recognition and driverless cars. Today, machine learning underlies a range of applications we use every day, from product recommendations to voice recognition--as well as some we don't yet use everyday, including driverless cars. It is the basis for a new approach to artificial intelligence that aims to program computers to use example data or past ...

The Ethical Algorithm: The Science of Socially Aware Algorithm Design - Hardcover

$31.30

by Michael Kearns (Author), Aaron Roth (Author)Over the course of a generation, algorithms have gone from mathematical abstractions to powerful mediators of daily life. Algorithms have made our lives more efficient, more entertaining, and, sometimes, better informed. At the same time, complex algorithms are increasingly violating the basic rights of individual citizens. Allegedly anonymized datasets routinely leak our most sensitive personal information; statistical models for everything from...

Kawasaki Z1, Z/Kz900 & Z/Kz1000: Your Step-By-Step Colour Illustrated Guide to Compete Restoration. Covers Z1, Z1a, Z1b, Z/Kz900 & Z/Kz1000 Models 197 - Paperback

$70.00

by Chris Rooke (Author)This manual is for all owners, would-be owners and enthusiasts of the legendary Kawasaki Z1 900, Z/KZ900 and Z1000 motorcycle built between 1972 and 1980, and covers the complete restoration of a 1976 KZ900, from the sourcing of the bike to its completion as a fully-restored machine. Every area is covered, starting with advice on different models, spares availability, and where best to source a bike to restore. Every area of the restoration is then described in full det...