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Looking at Photographs: A Guide to Technical Terms
by Gordon Baldwin Martin JürgensFrom its origins at the end of the 1830s, photography has never ceased to evolve both aesthetically and technologically. The past decade has given rise to the new age of digital photography, so "Looking at Photographs," first published in 1991, has been revised and updated to define and illustrate terms from the earliest processes to this new technology. At once a rich and informative glossary and a history of the medium, this fully illustrated guide will be invaluable to all those wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the art of photography. "
Lord Eight Wind of Suchixtlan and the Heroes of Ancient Oaxaca
by Robert Lloyd WilliamsIn the pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican world, histories and collections of ritual knowledge were often presented in the form of painted and folded books now known as codices, and the knowledge itself was encoded into pictographs. Eight codices have survived from the Mixtec peoples of ancient Oaxaca, Mexico; a part of one of them, the Codex Zouche-Nuttall, is the subject of this book. As a group, the Mixtec codices contain the longest detailed histories and royal genealogies known for any indigenous people in the western hemisphere. The Codex Zouche-Nuttall offers a unique window into how the Mixtecs themselves viewed their social and political cosmos without the bias of western European interpretation. At the same time, however, the complex calendrical information recorded in the Zouche-Nuttall has made it resistant to historical, chronological analysis, thereby rendering its narrative obscure. In this pathfinding work, Robert Lloyd Williams presents a methodology for reading the Codex Zouche-Nuttall that unlocks its essentially linear historical chronology. Recognizing that the codex is a combination of history in the European sense and the timelessness of myth in the Native American sense, he brings to vivid life the history of Lord Eight Wind of Suchixtlan (AD 935–1027), a ruler with the attributes of both man and deity, as well as other heroic Oaxacan figures. Williams also provides context for the history of Lord Eight Wind through essays dealing with Mixtec ceremonial rites and social structure, drawn from information in five surviving Mixtec codices.
Mac OS X Snow Leopard: The Missing Manual (The\missing Manual Ser.)
by David PogueFor a company that promised to "put a pause on new features," Apple sure has been busy-there's barely a feature left untouched in Mac OS X 10.6 "Snow Leopard." There's more speed, more polish, more refinement-but still no manual. Fortunately, David Pogue is back, with the humor and expertise that have made this the #1 bestselling Mac book for eight years straight. You get all the answers with jargon-free introductions to: Big-ticket changes. A 64-bit overhaul. Faster everything. A rewritten Finder. Microsoft Exchange compatibility. All-new QuickTime Player. If Apple wrote it, this book covers it. Snow Leopard Spots. This book demystifies the hundreds of smaller enhancements, too, in all 50 programs that come with the Mac: Safari, Mail, iChat, Preview, Time Machine. Shortcuts. This must be the tippiest, trickiest Mac book ever written. Undocumented surprises await on every page. Power usage. Security, networking, build-your-own Services, file sharing with Windows, even Mac OS X's Unix chassis-this one witty, expert guide makes it all crystal clear.
Mahatma & the Monkeys
by Anuradha KumarMahatma Gandhi never said, ?What can I do, I?m only one person.? Instead he said, ?In a gentle way, you can shake the world.? And he did. The Mahatma and the Monkeysbrings together the most interesting incidents that shaped Gandhiji?s life and his most important sayings. From his quest for truth, non-violence, equality and freedom, from the lessons he learned, and from his powerful words, every young reader can learn to be a little bit like Gandhiji.Through what he did and what he said Gandhiji inspired millions of Indians and made one of the mightiest empires in the world bow down to his dream: freedom for India. That?s what made him an uncommon man and the greatest leader of the millennium. And that?s why, even decades after his death, his work and his words matter in today?s world. This book introduces Mahatma Gandhi to the young reader and, through anecdotes from the leader?s life, helps him or her understand the guiding principles of Gandhiji?s life and what he stood for. It also offers a carefully selected collection of Gandhiji?s quotable quotes for personal inspiration, or use in essays and speeches at school.
Make Any Divorce Better!: Specific Steps to Make Things Smoother, Faster, Less Painful, and Save You a Lot of Money
by Warren Farrell Ed ShermanDivorce is a difficult passage, but there are practical things any couple can do, individually or together, to make the transition as painless as possible. <P><P>Every divorcing couple needs the guidance in this book because, without it, the process will not go smoothly. Author Ed Sherman, an attorney with 35 years of experience and over 45,000 successful cases, shows how most divorces fit one of five profiles. He helps readers discover their profile then leads them through the process, step by step, of overcoming what can otherwise turn into major mental and monetary roadblocks. Through its communication, organizational, and negotiation tools, Make Any Divorce Better! not only saves readers money, but puts them - not lawyers or the courts - in charge of the process, allowing them to get it done faster, with a minimum of emotional and financial expense, and move on with their lives.
Making Out in Spanish: (Spanish Phrasebook)
by Celia EspelletaMaking Out in Spanish is a fun, accessible and thorough Spanish phrase book and guide to the Spanish language as it's really spoken.<P><P>If you are a student, businessman or tourist traveling to Latin America or Spain and would like to have an authentic and meaningful experience, the key is being able to speak like a local. This friendly and easy-to-use Spanish phrasebook makes this possible. Making Out in Spanish has been carefully designed to act as a guide to modern colloquial Spanish for use in everyday informal interactions-giving access to the sort of catchy Spanish expressions that aren't covered in traditional language materials. As well as the Latin script, each expression is now given in phonetics, making pronunciation a breeze. (For example, Buana idea! is also written as BWE-na ee-DE-a!).This Spanish phrasebook includes:Information about Latin American Spanish vs. Spain Spanish as well as regional dialectsA guide to pronouncing Spanish words correctlyExplanations of basic Spanish grammar, such as question forms, male vs. female, formal vs. informal and vowel stressComplete Spanish translations including phonetic scriptUseful and interesting notes on Spanish language and cultureLots of colorful, fun and useful expressions not covered in other phrasebooks
Making Out in Turkish: Turkish Phrasebook
by Ashley CarmanMaking Out in Turkish is a fun, accessible and thorough Turkish phrase book and guide to the Turkish language as it's really spoken.Sana hayranim! Seni tekrar ne zaman gorecegim?--(I adore you! When can I see you again?) Answer this correctly in Turkish and you may be going on a hot date.<P><P> Incorrectly, and you could be hurting someone's feelings or getting a slap! Turkish classes and textbooks tend to spend a lot of time rehearsing for the same fictitious scenarios but chances are while in Turkey you will spend a lot more time trying to make new friends or start new romances--something you may not be prepared for.If you are a student, businessman or tourist traveling to Turkey and would like to have an authentic and meaningful experience, the key is being able to speak like a local. This friendly and easy-to-use Turkish phrasebook makes this possible. Making Out in Turkish has been carefully designed to act as a guide to modern colloquial Turkish for use in everyday informal interactions--giving access to the sort of catchy Turkish expressions that aren't covered in traditional language materials. Each expression is given in authentic Turkish (turkce) so that in the case of difficulties the book can be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with. In addition, phonetic spellings are also included making speaking Turkish a breeze. For example "Okay"--Tamam, is also given as ta-MAHM. This Turkish phrasebook includes:A guide to pronouncing Turkish words correctlyExplanations of basic Turkish grammar, such as, double letters, vowel harmony, agglutination, questions, and negationComplete Turkish translations including phonetic spellingsUseful and interesting notes on Turkish language and cultureLots of colorful, fun and useful expressions not covered in other phrasebooksTitles in this unique series of bestselling phrase books include: Making Out in Chinese, Making Out in Indonesian, Making Out in Thai, Making Out in Korean, Making Out in Hindi, Making Out in Japanese, Making Out in Vietnamese, Making Out in Burmese, Making Out in Tagalog, Making Out in Hindi, Making Out in Arabic, Making Out in English, More Making Out in Korean, and More Making Out in Japanese.
MANILA Street Atlas
by Periplus EditorsComprehensively covered in three scales: 1:10,000, 1:15,000, 1:40,000
The Man's Book: The Essential Guide for the Modern Man
by Thomas FinkBeing modern and manly in today's world isn't always easy. Do you know how to tie a bow-tie, mix a martini, or make a potato gun? Do you know when to get married and how to break up, or the difference between a bock beer and a bitter? Do you know which urinal to choose or how to start a fire with a Coke can? The answers to every man's burning questions are within these pages, from the morning wet shave to the whiskey night-cap, from hunting deer with a .30-06 to wooing women like 007. At a time when the sexes are muddled and masculinity is marginalized, THE MAN'S BOOKunabashedlycelebrates maleness. Organized by subject in a man-logical way, it's the go-to guide for anyone with a Y chromosome.
Mark Bittman's Kitchen Express: 404 Inspired Seasonal Dishes You Can Make In 20 Minutes Or Less
by Mark Bittman“Inspiring” quick, seasonal meals from the New York Times foodcolumnist “will make most readers both salivate and appreciate the ease of his recipes” (Publishers Weekly).Do you have 20 minutes to make a great meal?In Mark Bittman’s Kitchen Express, “America’s foremost home cook” (New York Observer) presents more than 400 incredibly fast and easy recipes tailored to each season and presented in a simple, straightforward style. Bittman’s recipe sketches are the ideal mix of inspiration and instruction: everything a home cook needs to prepare a delicious, healthful, and cost-conscious repertoire of meals for any season and any time of day. And since they’re written with an eye for speed and flexibility, you can be cooking on a moment’s notice—just check the pantry or fridge and away you go. With Bittman’s trusted voice leading you, you’ll be in and out of your kitchen in twenty minutes or less. Bittman also includes a guide to the foods you’ll want on hand to cook the Kitchen Express way as well as suggestions for seasonal menus and lists of recipes for specific uses, like brown-bag lunches or the best dishes for reheating. You may never order takeout again!“This is a man who loves food in the most unstuffy way possible.” —The Chicago Tribune“I’d buy any cookbook Bittman wrote.” —The Miami Herald
Massage Anatomy: A Comprehensive Guide (Anatomies of)
by Abigail Ellsworth Peggy AltmanMassages energize, revitalize, and renew both body and spirit, and have even been proven to restore and promote good health. But to safely practice massage, you need to understand how the body works.<P><P> Everyone from new students to experienced massage therapists can benefit from this unique book dedicated to the practice of massage. The world of massage at your fingertips! This comprehensive book explores seven of the world's best-known styles of massage: Swedish, Fusion, Shiatsu, Thai, River Stone, Reflexology, and Reiki. Massage Anatomy uniquely combines an understanding of the human body with different massage styles, making it an excellent resource for practitioners of all levels. Detailed anatomical illustrations and approachable text demonstrate body planes, muscle groups, and crucial areas like the nervous and lymphatic systems. There is also a helpful reference section on massage terminology and a glossary of muscles. Discover the ancient secrets practiced by Native Americans and Egyptians using warm stones that are applied to the body. Feel the "spirit life force" of reiki, a centuries-old Japanese technique used to promote peace and well-being. And find out how to combine Swedish, deep-tissue, and sports massage techniques for a fabulous massage fusion.
Master the NCLEX-PN: State Boards, Organizations and Web Sites
by Ray GolaszewskiA complete listing of state boards of nursing as well as contact information for PN/VN professional organizations, along with pertinent Web resources for health, education, and job information.
Mastering Legal Analysis and Drafting (Mastering Series)
by George W. Kuney Donna C. LooperThis book seeks to emphasize the fundamental structure and methods of legal drafting, which, the authors contend, are grounded in a surprisingly few, elemental rules and techniques of legal analysis and deployment of legal authorities amid relevant facts. It is designed to help the novice legal drafter identify those elemental rules and techniques and show how they are used to prepare effective legal writing in different formats, most of which share common elements and structures. <p><p>The book begins with a discussion of legal analysis, followed by a discussion of general drafting principles and rules, and then proceeds to apply these concepts in the following chapters to specific forms of legal writing including client letters, demand letters, research memoranda, motions and supporting documents, appellate briefs, contracts and instruments, and legislation. It closes with a chapter on "writing to build a record" that reprises the other chapters and highlights the key concepts.
Mastering the Nikon D5000
by Darrell YoungMastering the Nikon D5000 by Darrell Young is a comprehensive guide for of the owners of this newest, budget-friendly generation of Nikon digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras. The smaller, more lightweight Nikon D5000 mixes generous portions of user-controlled manual photography features with the latest technological innovations, allowing fully automatic point and shoot simplicity. Darrell's approach in helping the reader to master this camera avoids the purely instructional technique, favoring a more friendly and advisory tone. He blends his decades of Nikon camera experience with an intuitive understanding of the readers' most likely questions regarding specific camera functions and features. Rather than just list all options for the myriad of camera settings and adjustments, he explains the background behind each setting and shares his personal recommendations. Darrell understands that many owners of the D5000 may be just entering the world of DSLRs, and he takes the time to guide these new owners through the basics, while giving more experienced photographers the option of a refresher course. Also included is an entire chapter on the exciting new D-Movie function that can record high-quality HD movie clips at an amazing 24-frames per second. Mastering the D5000 is the most recent volume in the highly successful series of Nikonians Press books.
Mastering the Nikon D90
by Darrell YoungThe Nikon D90 is the long-awaited upgrade to the popular D80 digital SLR. The D90 sits between the D60 and D300 in Nikon's DSLR lineup, though many of its features come from its more expensive sibling. In this book, Darrell Young provides a wealth of information and professional insights for owners of this powerful new camera. Each chapter explores the features and capabilities of the D90 in detail, surpassing basic user manuals by providing step-by-step menu setting adjustments coupled with illustrations and logical explanations for each option. Darrell Young's writing style allows the reader to follow directions in a friendly and informative manner, as if a friend dropped in to share his experienced knowledge without "talking down" to you, explaining the how and the why. Darrell gives special emphasis to the amazing HD movie capabilities of the D90, which create new possibilities for the creative photographer. Mastering the Nikon D90 is the fourth volume in the highly successful series of Nikonians Press camera books.
Mathew Brady: Photographer of Our Nation
by Stuart A MurrayIn a spellbinding account of her two-year teaching stint and travels in China, Woronov provides, through numerous anecdotes, insight into the everyday life of the modern Chinese people. 20 photos.
Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach (6th edition)
by Barbara A. Gylys Mary Ellen WeddingThe book includes: A CLEAR, CONCISE PRESENTATION using the classic word-building and body systems approach to learning, CHAPTER OUTLINES to orient students to each chapter’s content, HOW DOES WORD BUILDING WORK? it begins with the basics, KEY TERMS highlighted in the beginning of each chapter, and ABBREVIATIONS for common terms.
The Meditator's Workbook
by Matthew Flickstein Bhante Henepola GunaratanaUsing hands-on exercises, journal entries, guided meditations, and lively vignettes, The Meditator's Workbook will help you: Live more deeply and joyfully in the moment Uncover the true source of stress Resolve grief Explore and express forgiveness See through the inevitable distortions of the mind Recognize and actualize your goals Find real inner peace and a thoroughgoing well-being Whether your goal is to reduce stress or to gain deeper insight and mastery over your inner life, this simple, straightforward guidebook is the tool to use for learning why and how to meditate. Through its unique workbook-style presentation, The Meditator's Workbook leads you to discover your own starting point, teaches you how to gain mental clarity and remove the obstacles you inevitably encounter, and helps you to identify the insights that are appropriate to each stage of your journey to spiritual and psychological maturity.
Memory Booster Book: Never Forget Another Thing
by Charles PhillipsBased on the best-selling Book-in-a-Box kits, the Memory Booster book will help you to discover how your memory works and suggest interesting ways to make it function more effectively. And you can learn about the truly memorable ways in which people from the past used their memories--it's astonishing!
Methamphetamine: Its History, Pharmacology and Treatment
by Whilliam L. White Ralph WeisheitThe definitive book on the impact of methamphetamine on individuals, communities, and society by two of America's leading addiction and criminal justice experts.In recent years, the media have inundated us with coverage of the horrors that befall methamphetamine users, and the fires, explosions, and toxic waste created by meth labs that threaten the well-being of innocent people. In Methamphetamine: Its History, Pharmacology, and Treatment, the first book in Hazelden's Library of Addictive Drugs series, Ralph Weisheit and William L. White examine the nature and extent of meth use in the United States, from meth's early reputation as a "wonder drug" to the current perception that it is a "scourge" of society.In separating fact from fiction, Weisheit and White provide context for understanding the meth problem by tracing its history and the varying patterns of use over time, then offer an in-depth look at:the latest scientific findings on the drug's effects on individualsthe myths and realities of the drug's impact on the mindthe national and international implications of methamphetamine productionthe drug's impact on rural communities, including a case study of two counties in the Midwestissues in addiction and treatment of meth.Thoroughly researched and highly readable, Methamphetamine offers a comprehensive understanding of medical, social, and political issues concerning this highly impactful drug.Written for professionals and serious lay readers by nationally recognized experts, the books in the Library of Addictive Drugs series feature in-depth, comprehensive, and up-to-date information on the most commonly abused mood-altering substances.
Method and Madness: The Making of a Story: A Guide to Writing Fiction
by Alice LaplanteMethod and Madness takes its title from Hamlet: “Though this be madness, yet there is method in't.” Comprehensive and accessible, it provides guidelines to all aspects of fiction writing, from generating ideas to getting published. With a wealth of imaginative yet practical exercises and 39 stories—the most in any guide to fiction writing—Method and Madness offers friendly, down-to-earth instruction in the art and craft of fiction.
Mi libro de ejercicios de conocimiento bíblico
by Brad DensmoreDesarrolle masa cerebral al tonificar sus músculos de Matusalén. ¿Piensa que la Biblia es aburrida? ¡Piénselo de nuevo! Gran trivial bíblica le deleitará y asombrará con una colección divertida de trivialidades que cubren la Biblia entera. Desarrolle su conocimiento acerca de personas, lugares y cosas del Antiguo y Nuevo Testamentos, con pruebas de selección múltiple, listas de las diez mejores cosas, pruebas de verdadero o falso, e incluso algunas estrofas basadas en la Biblia que siguen las tonadas populares favoritas. Brad Densmore ofrece un verdadero reto de conocimiento bíblico con una dosis de humor en el camino, brindándole momentos sorprendentes tales como estos: • «¡Ay! Maneras dolorosas y desusadas de morir»: Sísara muerde el polvo después de su encuentro con el extremo puntiagudo de la estaca de una carpa. • «Lo que quiera que haga flotar su barco»: Noé tenía 600 años cuando sucedió el diluvio, ¿verdadero o falso? • «Las diez acciones de mayor valor del Antiguo Testamento»: Incluyendo Miqueasoft y Eclesiastés General. • ¿Qué tienen en común Tamar, Absalón y la sunamita? ¡Todos fueron notorios por su buena presencia! ¿Listo para hacer ejercicio? ¡Adelante! Usted no se ha divertido tanto desde que escondió un ratón en el escritorio de aquella estirada maestra de escuela dominical.
Microsoft® Windows® Registry Guide
by Jerry HoneycuttGet the in-depth information you need to modify--and seamlessly manage--the Windows registry. Written for IT professionals and power users, this vital resource reveals little-known registry techniques, tricks, tips, and secrets to make your job easier. Understand the inner workings of the Windows operating system--and use the registry to get Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP to run the way you want, on a single desktop or across the network. You'll learn how to pinpoint registry settings and script registry changes, deal with registry permissions, use Windows Installer, and map Tweak UI settings. Also, find best practices for how to back up, restore, and maintain registry settings with confidence. The CD includes 100+ registry files for customizing operating system appearance and behavior, and the complete eBook. You'll learn how to: Apply best practices to back up, restore, manage, and modify the registry Customize group and system policies to manage multiple PCs and users remotely Track down registry settings and script changes Optimize server services, including network connections and authentication Deploy user profiles and Microsoft Office program settings Configure security services, including Windows Firewall, templates, and service pack features Troubleshoot the registry--resolving common problems and corruption issues A Note Regarding the CD or DVD The print version of this book ships with a CD or DVD. For those customers purchasing one of the digital formats in which this book is available, we are pleased to offer the CD/DVD content as a free download via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services. To download this content, please visit O'Reilly's web site, search for the title of this book to find its catalog page, and click on the link below the cover image (Examples, Companion Content, or Practice Files). Note that while we provide as much of the media content as we are able via free download, we are sometimes limited by licensing restrictions. Please direct any questions or concerns to booktech@oreilly.com.
Middle Kingdom Vol 1: A Survey Of The ... Chinese Empire And Its Inhabitants ...
by WilliamsFirst published in 2009. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (7th edition)
by Joseph GibaldiThe seventh edition of the MLA Handbook is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to research and writing in the online environment. It provides an authoritative update of MLA documentation style.