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Player Piano
by Arthur A. ReblitzA treatise on how player pianos function, and how to get them back into top playing condition if they don't work. For beginners and experienced technicians alike.
Wildflowers of Maine
by Melissa Dow CullinaWildflowers of Maine presents a selection of the color paintings, of pioneering botanist Kate Furbish. Including some of the more prominent flowers to be found in Maine, plus a few rarities, this delightful gift formatted edition is a treat for the senses and a testament to Kate Furbish&’s lifelong passion to record all of Maine's plants and flowers in meticulous watercolor paintings.
Great Food Finds San Francisco: Delicious Food from the City's Top Eateries
by Carolyn JungFood, cooking and restaurants reflect the spirit of Washington, DC, the people who live there, and their many cultures and cuisines. Culinary traditions here are firm, but there is a dynamic food/dining evolution taking place––from the finest white tablecloth restaurants to homey mom and pop cafes and chic new eateries. Great Food Finds Washington, DC features recipes for the home cook from the Capital&’s most celebrated eateries alongside beautiful photography.
Ultimate Guide to Bird Dog Training: A Realistic Approach To Training Close-Working Gun Dogs For Tight Cover Conditions
by Jerome B. RobinsonTHE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BIRD DOG TRAINING explains how to train a bird dog to hunt at a pace that suits a man walking, and to point and hold birds with all the elegance and style of a field trial champion. It combines successful traditional methods with modern electronic techniques to show how the nation's top professional gun dog trainers develop reliable hunting dogs that are easy to control, exciting to watch, and stylish on point. Topics covered include: Electronic training aids Selecting and starting pupsHow to prevent gun shynessBackyard bird dog practiceUsing your dog afield for the first timeTeaching dogs to quarter ahead of the gunUsing the wind to your advantageAnd much moreThe author has traveled around the United States for more than thirty years studying how professional trainers develop the most dependable and enjoyable hunting dogs, and passing that information on to readers. In this invaluable volume, he provides everything the sportsman or -woman needs to know to train pointing dogs for hunting in the close-cover conditions found in most parts of the country today.
Small-Town Wisconsin: Fun, Surprising, and Exceptional Road Trips
by Mary BerginYou know the adage. Good things come in small packages. Here&’s proof: dozens of delicious little destinations that delight travelers who crave fun, safe, surprising, and under-the-radar escapes from big-city bustle and congestion. Time to downshift and discover the natural beauty, unique spirit, and enduring character of unusual burgs of Wisconsin. An eclectic mix of communities makes the cut for this selective guide to rural treasures, many of which are lesser known because of limited or no advertising. Visit for an hour, day, overnight or longer. All these special places have a population of no more than 5,000 people, and many have less than 1,000.
Notaufnahme: Von A wie Adrenalin bis Z wie Zusammenbruch
by Marian C. PoetzschDieses Buch erläutert amüsant und kurzweilig, worauf man sich bei der Arbeit in der Notaufnahme gefasst machen kann. Für alle, die sich mit der nötigen Prise Humor auf den Dienst vorbereiten wollen oder zwischendurch nochmal nachschauen wollen, was z.B. ein GOMER war.
Current Approach to Heart Failure
by Maria Dorobanţu Frank Ruschitzka Piotr PonikowskiThis extensively updated new edition describes the link between heart failure guidelines and clinical practice, and represents a complementary tool to help physicians to be well informed regarding this important field. The topic of heart failure is continuously changing, with considerable developments over the past 5 years. The pathophysiology is better understood and there is a trend for a better characterization of special population groups, such as oncologic patients. New imaging techniques have become valuable tools for the diagnosis of heart failure, while pharmacological and novel cell and gene treatments have evolved enormously. The challenge for practitioners is making the right selection of treatment strategy that best fits a patient. Current Approach to Heart Failure presents detailed information on the indications, selection and mechanism of action of these treatments, whether they be mechanical circulatory devices or pharmacological treatments. The contemporary pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of heart failure targets early prevention of disease progression and the avoidance of heart transplant. In the era of shortage of donors, prevention is the mainstay of the therapeutic strategy, which mirrors the main philosophy of this book. This textbook therefore represents an essential tool for professionals from all the fields of cardiology: non-invasive cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology and cardiovascular imaging.
Enrichment of Low-Grade Phosphorites with Organic Acids: Selective Leaching and Sustainable Processing of Low-grade Phosphorites
by Yerkebulan RaiymbekovMonograph presents a detailed exploration of innovative technologies for processing and upgrading low-grade phosphorites using organic acids. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the selective leaching process, optimizing parameters such as temperature, pH, and acid concentration to maximize efficiency. It also includes experimental data on the structural and chemical changes in phosphorite materials during treatment, supported by advanced characterization techniques. Practical case studies demonstrate the environmental benefits of these sustainable methods, making this work an invaluable resource for researchers, industry professionals, and graduate students seeking modern, eco-friendly solutions for phosphate enrichment.
Proceeding of the 2nd International Conference on Machine Intelligence and Emerging Technologies: MIET 2024 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #1235)
by M. Shamim Kaiser Mohammad Shamsul Arefin Md. Shahriare Satu Pietro Lio'This book is a collection of high-quality research papers presented at the Second International Conference on Machine Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, MIET 2024, hosted by Noakhali Science and Technology University, Noakhali, Bangladesh, during 8-9 November 2024. This book focuses on theoretical, practical, state-of-art applications, and research challenges in the field of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. It is helpful for active researchers and practitioners in this field.
X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy and Chemometrics: Instrumentations, Techniques, and Applications
by Vivek Kumar SinghThis book delves into X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy, focusing on instrumental developments and data analysis methods employing chemometrics for environmental applications. The integration of information from multiple datasets is gaining an increase in attention and significance in the environmental sciences. In this book, the contributors provide an up-to-date treatment of the most extensively used chemometric methods for predicting and interpreting spectroscopic data in environmental applications. This book describes recent trends in XRF spectroscopic methods, encompassing energy-dispersive and wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence, synchrotron radiation-based XRF, micro-XRF, and total reflection-XRF. It delivers a comprehensive discussion on X-ray detectors and associated imaging applications, along with an exploration of the analytical capabilities of these methods, including detection limits, accuracy, and precision in measurements for environmental samples. Furthermore, this book discusses the numerous advantages and limitations of these techniques, highlighting the latest developments in algorithms based on machine learning, neural networks, and AI for spectroscopic data interpretation. This book caters to researchers across various branches of science and technology, aiming to introduce them to modern techniques coupled with advanced data analysis methods. It serves as a valuable reference for those engaged in XRF spectroscopy techniques, hyphenated XRF spectroscopic techniques, and the characterization of biomolecular systems and environmental samples.
Special Issues in Pharmacovigilance in Resource-Limited Countries
by Syed Rizwanuddin AhmadExamining the state of pharmacovigilance systems in resource-limited countries, this book addresses the critical role that pharmacovigilance systems play, as drugs and vaccines become increasingly accessible in these settings. Issues unique to these countries are explored, including medical product safety and quality problems, the nature of support needed to build pharmacovigilance system capacity to effective level, global and regional strategies and efforts to develop institutional and professional capacity; the challenges being faced and how these are being tackled. This book is a must-read resource for anyone involved in the provision of safe, and quality medical products; and its rational use in resource-limited settings, including staff of pharmacovigilance centers, regulatory authorities, academia, contract research organizations, the pharmaceutical industry, donor agencies and technical assistance providers.
The Book of Donkeys: A Guide to Selecting, Caring, and Training
by Donna Campbell SmithDonkeys are gaining in popularity across the country. They are used in trail riding, as pets, to guard livestock from coyotes and wild dogs, and as show animals. Donkeys are also used to breed mules, which are a hybrid produced by crossing a male donkey with a female horse. In The Book of Donkey, Donna Campbell Smith will cover the origin and history of donkeys world-wide. She will include chapters on breeds and types, care, housing, breeding, training, and the use of donkeys in the same format as her previous three books with Lyons Press. The Book of Donkeys will stand alone as an introduction to the world of donkeys and donkey keeping.
A Seat on the Shore
by Nance TrueworthyPhotographer Nance Trueworthy takes the reader off the beaten track to places along the Maine coast where you can leave your harried life behind and sit and admire the extraordinary beauty of this part of the country. Several of the photographs include various kinds of seats, inviting the reader to set a spell while taking in views such as a secluded beach, a weathered wharf with colorful skiffs, or a grand old Victorian inn.
Boca Rococo: How Addison Mizner Invented Florida's Gold Coast
by Caroline SeebohmAddison Mizner&’s Mediterranean-style mansions are much-admired Florida icons, where even today you can find many homes modeled with stucco walls and tiled roofs. In the paperback release of Boca Rococo, Caroline Seebohm&’s successful biography on the flamboyant architect is more accessible now than ever as it reaches more readers interested in the man himself.Mizner had global experience from San Francisco to China during his early days, before landing in New York and eventually, South Florida. He had no formal training but did possess natural talent, establishing him as architect of the rich and famous. His designs made the city of Palm Beach one of America&’s most elegant resort spots—and fed his dream of developing a &“Venice-on-the-Ocean&” in nearby Boca Raton. Mizner&’s plans ended with the collapse of Florida&’s real estate boom. He died in 1933, broken and bankrupt.With inspiration from and inclusion of never-before-seen material like floor plans and autobiographical works, and a new foreword written by the author, Seebohm gives readers a complete view of Mizner as one of the greatest architects and more flamboyant Americans.
Three Marjories: Marjory Stoneman Douglas, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, Marjorie Harris Carr and their Contributions to Florida
by Sandra Wallus SammonsFlorida is lucky to have had three women — three Marjories — speaking out about saving Florida's natural environment.Marjory Stoneman Douglas is known as the &“Mother of the Everglades.&” She wrote The Everglades: River of Grass, the seminal and now classic book on this unique region of south Florida. She was a tireless campaigner for the environment and helped make the Everglades a national park. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings is best known for her books set in Florida: The Yearling, Cross Creek, and South Moon Under, all set in the then-remote wilderness of central Florida. Her very popular books brought the world's attention to the importance of the culture and natural environment of this region. Marjorie Harris Carr fought to save the Oklawaha River by challenging the building of the Cross Florida Barge Canal. She argued that this would cut the ecology of the state in two, particularly ruinous for the wildlife. Now there is the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, which serves as a bridge for wildlife through developed areas and over I-75.
Threading a Kayak down the Mississippi: A Journey through the River's Cultures and Characters
by Dennis Van NormanIn 2005, Dennis Van Norman climbed into a kayak for the first time to spend an afternoon &“Huck Finning&” down the Mississippi River with his son and grandson. Little did he know that what started as an innocent, eight-mile kayaking introduction would eventually become a passion—or an addiction. He spent thirteen years, from his sixties through his mid-seventies, kayaking the length of the Mississippi, bit by bit, traveling more than 2,500 river miles from northern Minnesota to the southern tip of Louisiana in a boat built for one.Threading a Kayak down the Mississippi is the story of how one traveler fully experienced and embraced the Mississippi River and its surroundings. In the vein of Jonathan Raban's Old Glory, Dennis's account casts light on the Mississippi River&’s history, geography, and sociology, but it is a book about more than the river itself—it&’s also about the individuals and characters living along the Mississippi&’s shores. From the local foods and music to the customs and history, each experience is sandwiched between moments of pure serenity and those of sheer terror. This is the story of a journey of discovery on the country&’s most celebrated waterway, and an exploration of the wonderment, joy, and fear that will inevitably grab hold of you when you&’re sitting alone in a fourteen-foot plastic boat on America&’s greatest river.
Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible: A Practical Handbook for Cruising Sailors (Sheridan House Guides)
by John C. PayneThe completely revised, expanded, and updated fourth edition of the world&’s most comprehensive electrical and electronics handbook for sailorsMarine Electrical and Electronics Bible is a useful and thoroughly practical guide that explains in detail how to select, install, maintain, and troubleshoot all of the electrical and electronic systems found on board cruising, racing, and trawler yachts, power- and motorboats, and even superyachts. This guide is fully illustrated throughout with more than two hundred charts, wiring diagrams, tables, and graphs.Light on theory and heavy on practical advice, Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible recognizes that most cruising yacht owners do not have a technical background. The chapters are formatted to enable quick access to technical descriptions and troubleshooting advice. They are also infused with the author&’s own professional marine electrical background and lived cruising experiences, along with lessons learned over decades of continual input and conversations with fellow sailors.The Marine Electrical section incorporates all of the latest developments in battery technology and charging. It also has a substantial section on renewable energy systems—including wind, water, and solar—and a comprehensive chapter on marine diesel engines and related systems.The Marine Electronics section is technologically up to date, including new developments with AIS, GMDSS, and radar. The communications chapters are unique in that they incorporate a comprehensive listing of radio frequencies and weather broadcast times, from HAM and HF/SSB radio to VHF radio and NAVTEX, for most major sailing areas around the world. The various satellite communications systems are explained in detail, along with a curated selection of useful phone boating apps. The final chapters have extensive troubleshooting, maintenance information, and practices, as well as a detailed worldwide list of service companies.
Yellowstone Jack: The Life and Times of Legendary Pioneer Jack Baronett
by Robert V. GossJack Baronett (1829–1906) was an important figure in the history of Yellowstone National Park. In his early life he traveled the world, prospecting and mining in Australia, Africa, China, and Alaska. He traveled to the Yellowstone region in 1864—eight years before the Park was established—to join other early prospectors searching for gold and exploring the geyer basins. His first claim to fame came in 1869 when he and a partner rescued Truman Everts, a lost, near-death member of the Washburn Yellowstone expedition. After 1872 he served as early assistant superintendent in Yellowstone, a scout for the US Army, and one of the founders of Cooke City, MT. As a notable guide in the park, his patrons included Generals Sherman, Sheridan and Strong, President Chester Arthur, George Bird Grinnell, and Wiliam Henry Jackson. They all used Baronett&’s Bridge, the first bridge built over the Yellowstone River in 1871. In 1875 Baronett was deputized as a US Marshall, making him the first federal law enforcement officer in the park. He chased horse thieves and protected the area from poachers and outlaws. Historians have dubbed Baronett prospector miner, explorer, adventurer, soldier of fortune, scout, hunter, guide, and Indian fighter—all monikers befitting his adventurous wanderlust life. Despite all these wanderings, he eventually discovered what would be his true home—southwest Montana and Yellowstone National Park.
The Eastern Front: The Germans and Soviets at War in World War II (Battle Briefings)
by Robert EdwardsStackpole&’s Battle Briefings series offers accessible and insightful summaries of battles, commanders, and other military history topics. This volume covers the epic clash between the Germans and Soviets on the Eastern Front during World War II. Highlights include Operation Barbarossa, the massive battles at Stalingrad and Kursk, and the final, desperate resistance of the Germans as the Red Army closed in. Throughout are accounts from the turrets of T-34 and Tiger tanks and from the men who fought, often hand-to-hand, in the snow, mud, and dust of the Eastern Front.
You Be You
by Linda KranzWhen little Adri sets out to explore the ocean, he has no idea how colorful the world is. He quickly discovers that there are all kinds of fish in the deep blue sea—big and tiny, smooth and spiny, colorful and plain, different and the same. In this companion book to the best-selling Only One You, Kranz uses her famous rockfish to convey the message of beauty in difference in a vibrant and engaging way that will get kids hooked. Now in board book for younger children.
John Lewis: A Life
by David GreenbergPulitzer Prize Finalist New York Times Book Review Top 100 Books of 2024 Explore the &“comprehensive and compelling&” (Jon Meacham) biography of civil rights leader John Lewis, celebrated as &“the conscience of Congress,&” through a narrative that weaves together exclusive interviews, never-before-seen FBI files, and documents, offering profound insights into his significant role in American history and the civil rights movement.Born into poverty in rural Alabama, John Lewis rose to prominence in the civil rights movement, becoming second only to Martin Luther King, Jr. in his contributions. As a Freedom Rider, he played a crucial role in integrating bus stations across the South. Lewis was a prominent leader in the Nashville sit-in movement and delivered a historic speech at the 1963 March on Washington. As the youngest speaker and chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), he transformed it into a major civil rights organization. His legacy endures through the harrowing events at the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, where he survived a brutal beating on &“Bloody Sunday.&” David Greenberg&’s &“authoritative…definitive biography&” (David J. Garrow, Pulitzer Prize–winning author) follows Lewis&’s journey beyond the civil rights era, highlighting his leadership in the Voter Education Project, where he helped enroll millions of African American voters across the South. This book uncovers the little-known story of his ascent in politics, first locally in Atlanta and then as a respected member of Congress. As part of the Democratic leadership, Lewis was admired on both sides of the aisle for his unwavering dedication to nonviolent integration and justice. Rich with new insights, Greenberg&’s work captures John Lewis&’s influential career through documents from numerous archives, interviews with 275 people who knew him, and rare footage of Lewis speaking from his hospital bed after Selma. John Lewis offers unparalleled details about his personal and professional relationships and stands as the definitive biography of a man whose heroism during the civil rights movement paved the way for a new era of freedom in America.
Needle-Felted Character Dolls: Step-by-step instructions for Fairy, Mermaid, Rabbit, and more
by Mihoko UenoCreate whimsical fairies, mermaids, and other enchanting storybook characters with wool and needle-felting tools. Step-by-step photos illustrate the felting basics for both human and animal characters and how to add features such as eyes, noses, and hair. Then learn how to make the special details that set these dolls apart: unique hairstyles, clothing and accessories; tiny leather boots; knit scarves; metal spectacles; woolen clothes; and more. Once you learn the techniques, you can bring your own characters to life in wool!
Erie Canal Traveler's Guide: Restaurants, Pubs, and Attractions within a Stone's Throw of the Canal Path
by Larry WeillCelebrate 200 Years of the Erie Canal with this guide offering 200+ dining and attraction highlights along the historic path.Completed in 1825, the Erie Canal spans 363 miles across New York State to connect Albany and Buffalo, which made it an indispensable tract for commerce 200 years ago. While the canal&’s use as a primary means of moving commercial goods across the state has been replaced by trucks and trains, its recreational usage has increased exponentially since then. The Canal Path that parallels the waterway has become a mecca for hikers, bikers, and runners of all ages. In celebration of the Canals&’ 200th anniversary, The Erie Canal Traveler&’s Guide features more than 200 restaurants, pubs, and attractions for the entire family and the curious traveler alike, all within &‘a stone&’s throw&’ – or, to be precise, 445 feet and ten inches – of the Canal Path. Across 14 counties and many more towns and cities, establishments located along the Canal flourish. This helpful and handy account is bursting with over 200 listings with location and menu details, descriptions, and photos: explore Lockport&’s Upside-Down Train Trestle in Niagara County; have breakfast at local gems such as The Village Coal Tower Restaurant in Monroe County; visit Kirby&’s Cider Mill in Orleans Country; hike through the Mohawk Valley Welcome Center in Montgomery Country and afterwards, quench your thirst with an ice-cold glass of milk at The Dairy Bar. Visitors to Upstate New York will discover a plethora of new favorite places alongside the Canal, and locals that know how special the Erie Canal Path is will find even more to love with The Erie Canal Traveler&’s Guide.
Arizona Curiosities: Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat Stuff (Curiosities Series)
by Sam LoweSaguaro cacti, desert landscapes, and the Grand Canyon may stand out as prominent Arizona features, but this scorching state is also home to bizarre places, personalities, events, and phenomena. These unique and quirky aspects are humorously displayed in Arizona Curiosities, a cross between a wacky news gazette, an almanac, and a humorous travel guide.
Beachcomber's Guide to the Northeast
by Dan TobyneFor whatever reason, man has always been drawn to the sea. It invigorates us, inspires our creativity and spirituality, and awakens our senses of wonder, curiosity, and exploration. People have long walked the shore in search of treasures washed up from far away. Now, visitors and residents of New England and northeast have this source to get them to them to the beach and tell them what they can expect to find. Covering the coast from Maryland up to the Canadian border, The Beachcomber's Guide to the Northeast describes every prominent beach, their makeup (whether sand or rocky,) and includes directions and pertinent facts about available amenities. The text also includes descriptions and photos of flora and fauna that might be seen, such as crabs, shells, birds, insects, even fish and whales. And of course there are the flotsam and jetsam that can be found, from driftwood to sea glass to beach stones and even shipwrecks. It's all covered here. There's even a section on pirates and pirate treasure.This is the book to bring the next time you head to the beach.