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The Winter's Tale (Penguin Shakespeare)»rank: 2018233by: William Shakespeare
: :The jealous King of Sicily becomes convinced that his wife is carrying the child of his best friend. Imprisoned and put on trial, the Queen collapses when the King refuses to accept the divine confirmation of her innocence. The child is abandoned to die on the coast of Bohemia. But when she is found and raised by a shepherd, it seems redemption may be possible. |
Weather (Golden Guides)»rank: 2231883by: Paul E. Lehr, R. Will Burnett, Herbert Spencer Zim
: :Simply, accurately, and graphically, this Golden Guide explains:Massive movements of the atmosphereWeather instruments and how they are usedThe origins, development, and effects of stormsHow to interpret weather mapsFull-color illustrations and up-to-date facts help you understand the fascinating phenomena of weather, and how changes are predicted. |
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The Matrix Comics, Vol. 2»rank: 373941by: Geof Darrow, Steve Skroce, Kaare Andrews, Paul Chadwick
: :Simply, accurately, and graphically, this Golden Guide explains:Massive movements of the atmosphereWeather instruments and how they are usedThe origins, development, and effects of stormsHow to interpret weather mapsFull-color illustrations and up-to-date facts help you understand the fascinating phenomena of weather, and how changes are predicted. |
The Probabilistic Method (Wiley Interscience Series in Discrete Mathematics and Optimization)»rank: 2680097by: Noga Alon, Joel H. Spencer, Paul Erdos
: :This a a guide to the probabilistic method, an extremely powerful tool for solving complex problems in discrete mathematics which is recognized as a primary methodology in theoretical computer science. Improved techniques and classical methods are discussed, with applications to discrete maths, theoretical computer science, circuit complexity, coding theory and computational geometry. The book also presents the probabilistic method in action and provides a section giving new insights into already known theorems and results. |
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Beguiled (Harlequin Historical, No 408)»rank: 127227by: Susan Spencer Paul
: :This a a guide to the probabilistic method, an extremely powerful tool for solving complex problems in discrete mathematics which is recognized as a primary methodology in theoretical computer science. Improved techniques and classical methods are discussed, with applications to discrete maths, theoretical computer science, circuit complexity, coding theory and computational geometry. The book also presents the probabilistic method in action and provides a section giving new insights into already known theorems and results. |
Fletcher's Introduction to Clinical Ethics, 3rd Edition»rank: 214624by: John C. Fletcher, Paul A. Lombardo, Edward M. Spencer, John C. Fletcher, Edward M. Spencer, Paul A. Lombardo
: :To keep pace in this rapidly changing arena, the new edition of this introductory text in clinical ethics carries forward an approach tested over time with clinicians, students in the health professions, and members of ethics committees. The new edition is admirably current with, and informed by, the extensive literature in clinical, ethical, and legal topics relevant to these problems. In many ways this text serves as an important model for creative work in bioethics. First, it is interdisciplinary and interprofessional, not merely multidisciplinary and multiprofessional. Members of different disciplines and professions talked, taught, and wrote with each other to develop clear and compelling ideas about clinical ethics. This text provides the ... |
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Encyclopedia of the Korean War: A Political, Social, and Military History»rank: 484889from: Checkmark Books
: :Although it has been largely neglected, the Korean War served as the backdrop for many 'firsts' in military history: the first extensive use of the helicopter, the first battles between jet aircraft, and the first time two world powers - the United States and China - met on a battlefield since World War II. A 1953 armistice halted the fighting, yet the war technically continues today, as North and South Korea remain divided. This comprehensive reference work draws from previously secret information found in Russian and Chinese archives as well as numerous primary source documents. It includes more than 600 A-to-Z entries written by over 100 military and civilian experts. The entries ... |
The Paper Sculpture Book»rank: 661050by: Frances Richard, David Brody, Seong Chun, Minerva Cuevas, Spencer Finch, Charles Goldman, Aric Obrosey, Paul Ramirez Jonas, Janine Antoni, Luca Buvoli, David Shrigley, Fred Tomaselli, Nicole Eisenman
: :Drawing on (s)cul(p)tural paradigms as diverse as paper-doll books, Mad magazine fold-ins and exploded schematic diagrams, the artists in The Paper Sculpture Book offer a hands-on, self-contained art show. Artworks meant to be cut out by the reader and assembled using very basic materials such as tape and rubber bands have been designed by 29 established and emerging contemporary artists, including The Art Guys, Minerva Cuevas, Seong Chun, Nicole Eisenman, Spencer Finch, Rachel Harrison, Stephen Hendee, Patrick Killoran, Glenn Ligon, Helen Mirra, David Shrigley, Sarah Sze, Chris Ware and Allan Wexler. Fred Tomaselli merges images from a birding book and an outdoor-clothing catalogue to create an ironic yet beautiful aviary. Janine Antoni's ... |
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Enterprise Risk Analysis for Property & Lilability Insurance Companies: A Practical Guide to Standard Models and Emerging Solutions»rank: 667373by: Paul J. Brehm; FCAS; MAAA; Spencer M. Gluck; FCAS; MAAA; Rodney E. Kreps; FCAS; John A. Major; ASA; MAAA; Donald F. Mango; FCAS; MAAA; Richard Shaw; FIA; Gary G. Venter; FCAS; MAAA; Steven B. White; FCAS; MAAA; Susan E. Witcraft; FCAS; MAAA
: :Enterprise Risk Analysis for Property & Casualty Insurance Companies equips you with the latest strategies and practical applications in ERM from leading specialists and practitioners in the field. Key topics covered in the book include: Models and Management Frameworks, Insurance Hazard Risks, Financial Risk Models, Operational Risk and Strategic Risk. |
Touch of Desire»rank: 553709by: Susan Spencer Paul
: :My Dearest Reader, For as long as I can remember, my life has been a solitary one. Do not think me a pitiable recluse, for, as the Earl of Graymar, I have taken my place in Society when I must, and enjoyed both the company and pleasure of desirable lovers. But as the Great Sorcerer, or Dewin Mawr, as magic mortals call me, I have always believed that my destiny and the duty I owe to all those who possess unique powers, has precluded love, marriage, and true companionship. I was resigned to my lonely fate. Until now… Sarah Tamony is unlike any mere mortal woman I have ever known. Passionate and bold, she ... |