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An Intimate Obsession
by Elizabeth CookeHugh Scott is obsessed with his neighbor Eve Ridges to the extent of planning their wedding and their life together--without her knowledge. When she rejects him, Hugh exacts a terrible revenge on both Eve and her father. An Intimate Obsession is the first of more than a dozen page-turners by Elizabeth McGregor. This edition is the first publication of this title outside the United Kingdom.
An Intimate Rebuke: Female Genital Power in Ritual and Politics in West Africa (Religious Cultures of African and African Diaspora People)
by Laura S. GrilloThroughout West African societies, at times of social crises, postmenopausal women—the Mothers—make a ritual appeal to their innate moral authority. The seat of this power is the female genitalia. Wielding branches or pestles, they strip naked and slap their genitals and bare breasts to curse and expel the forces of evil. In An Intimate Rebuke Laura S. Grillo draws on fieldwork in Côte d’Ivoire that spans three decades to illustrate how these rituals of Female Genital Power (FGP) constitute religious and political responses to abuses of power. When deployed in secret, FGP operates as spiritual warfare against witchcraft; in public, it serves as a political activism. During Côte d’Ivoire’s civil wars FGP challenged the immoral forces of both rebels and the state. Grillo shows how the ritual potency of the Mothers’ nudity and the conjuration of their sex embodies a moral power that has been foundational to West African civilization. Highlighting the remarkable continuity of the practice across centuries while foregrounding the timeliness of FGP in contemporary political resistance, Grillo shifts perspectives on West African history, ethnography, comparative religious studies, and postcolonial studies.
An Intimate Wilderness: Arctic Voices in a Land of Vast Horizons
by William W. Fitzhugh Norman HallendyArctic researcher, author, and photographer Norman Hallendy's journey to the far north began in 1958, when many Inuit, who traditionally lived on the land, were moving to permanent settlements created by the Canadian government. In this unique memoir, Hallendy writes of his adventures, experiences with strange Arctic phenomena, encounters with wildlife, and deep friendships with Inuit elders. Very few have worked so closely with the Inuit to document their traditions, and, in this book, Hallendy preserves their voices and paints an incomparable portrait of a vibrant culture in a remote landscape.
An Intoxicating Crush (Delectable)
by Em LynleyA Delectable NovelSimon Ford's success is hard-won. He grew up in Napa and resents the rich people who have moved into the valley, changing the culture by opening boutique wineries and pricing the locals out of the market. Austin Kelvin runs an award-winning winery his father started after making a fortune on Wall Street. He lives the posh lifestyle Simon resents but secretly longs to attain. However, Austin's world isn't as luxurious and privileged as it seems: he didn't inherit his father's business savvy, and his winery is going under. When Simon's boss sends him to covertly scope out Kelvin Cellars for a possible takeover bid, Simon sees it as a step toward attaining his financial dreams. Until he falls hard for Austin. The feeling is mutual, but when Austin learns the real reason for Simon's initial interest, he suspects Simon's seduction is merely a means to procure the winery at a bargain price. If there's any hope of winning Austin's heart, Simon will have to risk it all to prove Austin is more than just an intoxicating crush. Like all Delectable stories, An Intoxicating Crush includes recipes used in the book.
An Intraday Pricing Model of Foreign Exchange Markets
by Rafael RomeuA report from the International Monetary Fund.
An Intraoperative Beta--Probe for Cancer Surgery (Springer Theses)
by Francesco CollamatiThis thesis focuses on a novel radio-guided surgery technique for complete tumor resections. It describes all aspects of the intraoperative probe, as well as testing and simulation of the novel technique. The presentation develops the technique from the initial idea to realistic feasibility studies that have been the subject of a press release of the American Society of Nuclear Medicine. Just a year after completing this work, the technique has now been tested for the first time on a meningioma patient, confirming all of the predictions made in this thesis.
An Intrepid Scot: William Lithgow of Lanark's Travels in the Ottoman Lands, North Africa and Central Europe, 1609–21
by C. Edmund Bosworth'An Intrepid Scot' makes an important new contribution to the growing literature on the perceptions of the Islamic world and the 'Orient' in early modern Europe, at the same time as illuminating the attitudes of a Protestant from Northern Europe towards the Catholic South. In this book Edmund Bosworth looks at the life and career of William Lithgow, a tough and opinionated Scots Protestant, who had a seemingly insatiable Wanderlust and who managed to survive various misadventures and near-death experiences in the course of his travels. These took him through a dangerously Catholic Southern Europe to a dangerously Muslim Greece and Istanbul en route for his pilgrimage destination of the Holy Land; on another occasion he went through North Africa and returned circuitously via Central and Eastern Europe; but he was stopped in his tracks whilst endeavouring to reach the court of Prester John in Ethiopia, when he fell into the hands of the Spanish Inquisition and narrowly escaped a horrible death. Lithgow was one of several men of his time who journeyed eastwards, some as far as Persia and India, but unlike many others, he has not been the subject of a special study. Bosworth now places him within the context of the present interest in perceptions of the Islamic world and of the 'Orient' and 'Orientals' in early modern Europe. In addition to the entertainment of the travel narrative, the book shows how one Westerner of the time interpreted the alien East for his readers, and how the Ottoman Empire and its apparently unstoppable might both fascinated and struck fear into the hearts of those outside it.
An Intriguing Proposition (The Defiant Hearts Series, Prequel)
by Sydney Jane BailyFollowing her father's untimely death, eldest daughter Elise Malloy discovers that the family home is collateral for a mysterious loan. With no record of payments made from her father's accounts, whoever was paying the bank has now stopped, and foreclosure is imminent.Desperate to keep the news from her grieving, funds-starved family, Elise answers the bank summons and faces Michael Bradley, an old flame who still owns her heart. When Michael extends an unseemly dinner invitation, Elise invents a nameless suitor as an excuse to refuse.Now, to save face, she must produce him.Jonathon Amory, Esquire, seems the perfect choice, until her long-desired relationship with Michael unexpectedly catches fire, and Jonathon makes it clear he will stop at nothing to destroy her family and lock her into a loveless marriage.REVIEWS:"...a glittering tale of star-crossed lovers, threatened by a web of lies... a great new book in a new series." ~Adrienne deWolfe, Bestselling Author of Scoundrel for Hire"...a tantalizing glimpse of the author's delicate writing style as she melds romance with humor, conflict, and adventure. An entertaining read." ~Bestselling Author, Marliss MeltonTHE DEFIANT HEARTS SERIES, in order An Intriguing PropositionAn Improper SituationAn Irresistible TemptationAn Inescapable Attraction
An Intro to Couponing
by Mary Potter Kenyon"Total before coupons: $230. After coupons: $38. I'd combined high-value store coupons with manufacturer coupons so that most of the merchandise in my cart was free. The cashier carefully folded the receipt, smiling as she handed it to me. 'Great shopping. You saved almost $200.' This is what I do, what I've been doing for more than thirty years. My question: Why doesn't everyone?" Explore the world of extreme couponing as only Mary Potter Kenyon, a coupon veteran of over 30 years, can describe. Learn the history, uncover the science, master the lingo, and pick up a few tips yourself to save a buck on next week's shopping trip.
An Introduction To Artificial Intelligence
by Janet FinlayAn authoritative and accessible one-stop resource, An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence presents the first full examination of AI. Designed to provide an understanding of the foundations of artificial intelligence, it examines the central computational techniques employed by AI, including knowledge representation, search, reasoning, and learning, as well as the principal application domains of expert systems, natural language, vision, robotics, software agents and cognitive modeling. Many of the major philosophical and ethical issues of AI are also introduced.Throughout the volume, the authors provide detailed, well-illustrated treatments of each topic with abundant examples and exercises. The authors bring this exciting field to life by presenting a substantial and robust introduction to artificial intelligence in a clear and concise coursebook form. This book stands as a core text for all computer scientists approaching AI for the first time.
An Introduction To Australian Public Policy
by Sarah Maddison Richard DennissAn Introduction to Australian Public Policy: Theory and Practice is the first book to comprehensively address both the theoretical and practical aspects of policy making in Australia. Written in an accessible style, this text is designed to introduce students to the real world challenges and skills involved in working in a range of policy roles. Drawing on their own experiences, the authors ground public policy theory in a number of key controversies to illustrate the contestable nature of the policy process. Each chapter features case studies that outline contemporary policy issues, such as the deregulation of the financial system, 'Knowledge Nation', paid maternity leave, and the Northern Territory intervention. Including practical exercises on how to write policy briefs and media releases, this book is essential reading for anyone who needs to know how public policy is developed in Australia.
An Introduction To Biblical Literature
by O. B. Davis Alexandria D. Di PentimaThis text contains a generous portion of the King James Version of the Old Testament in an exceptionally readable format--that of the highly praised Dartmouth Bible. Organized to give students a comprehensive introduction to the Bible as one of the glories of English literature, its purpose is to help return the Bible to a central place in our continuing education in literature and language.
An Introduction To Braille Mathematics: Based On The Nemeth Braille Code For Mathematics And Science Notation, 1972
by Library Of Congress Helen Roberts Bernard Marvin Krebs Barbara Taffet Abraham Nemeth National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Staff<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as thesse.</i>
An Introduction To Chaotic Dynamical Systems
by Robert L. DevaneyThere is an explosion of interest in dynamical systems in the mathematical community as well as in many areas of science. The results have been truly exciting: systems which once seemed completely intractable from an analytic point of view can now be understood in a geometric or qualitative sense rather easily. Scientists and engineers realize the power and the beauty of the geometric and qualitative techniques. These techniques apply to a number of important nonlinear problems ranging from physics and chemistry to ecology and economics. Computer graphics have allowed us to view the dynamical behavior geometrically. The appearance of incredibly beautiful and intricate objects such as the Mandelbrot set, the Julia set, and other fractals have really piqued interest in the field. This is text is aimed primarily at advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students. Throughout, the author emphasizes the mathematical aspects of the theory of discrete dynamical systems, not the many and diverse applications of this theory. The field of dynamical systems and especially the study of chaotic systems has been hailed as one of the important breakthroughs in science in the past century and its importance continues to expand. There is no question that the field is becoming more and more important in a variety of scientific disciplines. New to this edition: •Greatly expanded coverage complex dynamics now in Chapter 2•The third chapter is now devoted to higher dimensional dynamical systems.•Chapters 2 and 3 are independent of one another.•New exercises have been added throughout.
An Introduction To Chaotic Dynamical Systems (Studiea In Nonlinearity Ser.)
by Robert DevaneyThe study of nonlinear dynamical systems has exploded in the past 25 years, and Robert L. Devaney has made these advanced research developments accessible to undergraduate and graduate mathematics students as well as researchers in other disciplines with the introduction of this widely praised book. In this second edition of his best-selling text, Devaney includes new material on the orbit diagram fro maps of the interval and the Mandelbrot set, as well as striking color photos illustrating both Julia and Mandelbrot sets. This book assumes no prior acquaintance with advanced mathematical topics such as measure theory, topology, and differential geometry. Assuming only a knowledge of calculus, Devaney introduces many of the basic concepts of modern dynamical systems theory and leads the reader to the point of current research in several areas.
An Introduction To Chemistry For Biology Students
by George I. Sackheim<p>Introduction to Chemistry for Biology Students, Ninth Edition is a unique workbook that uses a step-by-step approach to teach students the chemistry necessary for success in life sciences courses. <p>Today's biology courses place an increasing emphasis on the chemical processes that underlie critical biological functions. This text helps students review and master all the basic facts, concepts, and terminology of chemistry that they need to understand those processes and to excel in their life science courses.
An Introduction To Classical And Contemporary Social Theory: A Critical Perspective, 3rd Edition
by Berch BerberogluThis book provides a critical analysis of classical and contemporary social theory from a class perspective. It is concise, lucid, and well written.
An Introduction To Community And Public Health
by Robert R. Pinger Denise Seabert James F. McKenzieAn Introduction to Community & Public Health, Ninth Edition provides learners with the latest trends and statistics in this evolving field. With an emphasis on developing the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in health education and health promotion, this best-selling introductory text covers such topics as epidemiology, community organizations, program planning, minority health, mental health, environmental health, drug use and abuse, safety, and occupational health. A robust pedagogy and enhanced digital learning component encourages students to understand and retain community health issues and better prepare for their future careers.
An Introduction To Design Of Experiments: A Simplified Approach
by Larry B. BarrentineAre you aware of how design of experiments can positively effect your work? Have you been avoiding DOE due to its mathematical structure? Now there is a tool that explains the basics of DOE with little mathematical know-how while maintaining statistical correctness. By minimizing DOE's mathematics in favor of a logical, structured approach, the author demonstrates that nearly anyone can adapt DOE to their needs. You'll find yourself working through the book in a step-by-step manner allowing you to immediately apply what you've learned to your own situation. Each procedure is illustrated by an example. Case studies and exercises guide you through the book to help you evaluate your understanding before moving ahead to another section. A glossary of common DOE terms is also included making this one of the most thorough, basic, introductions to this useful tool
An Introduction To Experimental Design And Statistics For Biology
by David HeathThis illustrated textbook for biologists provides a refreshingly clear and authoritative introduction to the key ideas of sampling, experimental design, and statistical analysis. The author presents statistical concepts through common sense, non-mathematical explanations and diagrams. These are followed by the relevant formulae and illustrated by w
An Introduction To Group Work Practice
by Robert Rivas Ronald ToselandThis comprehenisve group practice text prepares students to work with either treatment or task oriented groups. Students receive a thorough grounding in areas that vary from treatment to organizational and community settings. Numerous case studies, practice examples, and guiding principles add to the ease and readability of this popular text. Content is tied to CSWE's core competencies and practice behaviors that are necessary for generalist and specialized social work practice with groups.
An Introduction To Group Work Practice (Connecting Core Competencies Series)
by Robert Rivas Ronald ToselandWidely used by professionals, educators, and students in undergraduate and graduate courses in schools of social work throughout the United States and the world, this text presents a comprehensive, coherent, organized overview of group work practice from a generalist practice perspective. <P><P>The new Eighth Edition continues to include typologies illustrating group work practice with task and treatment groups at the micro-, meso-, and macro-levels. Thoroughly updated throughout, the new edition of An Introduction to Group Work Practice includes research on virtual groups, updated and deeper content on practice with treatment and task groups, the most current literature on working with reluctant and resistant group members, updated and expanded sections on working with individuals who have difficulty engaging in and sustaining work in groups, updated material on leadership and diversity, and thoroughly updated reference material and new content from evidence-based practice sources. <P><P>The Enhanced Pearson eText features embedded assessments.
An Introduction To Health: Policy, Planning and Financing
by Brian Abel-SmithThis book concerns itself with the key question: how to improve health in a cost effective and politically acceptable way. What makes people healthy? Why are the poor less healthy than the rich? Why do some countries have a better health record than others? An Introduction to Health is divided into four parts comprising the determinants of health, health service planning, health service financing, and controlling costs and securing user-friendly services.
An Introduction To High Content Screening
by Douglas Bowman Anthony Davies Steven A. Haney Arijit Chakravarty Caroline ShamuUsing a collaborative and interdisciplinary author base withexperience in the pharmaceutical industry and academia, this bookis a practical resource for high content (HC) techniques.* Instructs readers on the fundamentals of highcontent screening (HCS) techniques* Focuses on practical and widely-used techniques likeimage processing and multiparametric assays* Breaks down HCS into individual modules for trainingand connects them at the end* Includes a tutorial chapter that works through sampleHCS assays, glossary, and detailed appendices
An Introduction To Historical Linguistics
by Terry Crowley Claire BowernAll languages change, just as other aspects of human society are constantly changing. This book is an introduction to the concepts and techniques of diachronic linguistics, the study of language change over time. It covers all themajor areas of historical linguistics, presenting concepts in a clear and concise way. Examples are given from a wide range of languages, with special emphasis on the languages of Australia and the Pacific. While the needs of undergraduate students of linguistics have been kept firmly in mind, the book will also be of interest to the general reader seeking to understand langauge and language change. For this fourth edition, a number of new sections have been written, including many new problems and several datasets. Existing materials have been supplemented with new sections on grammaticalization, tonogenesis, morphological change, and using statistical methods in language classification.