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The Girl Who Flew: A Place Called Home
by A. A. KhanThis is a sweet children&’s book about the love of your family and the renewing of memories. As we follow a 10-year-old girl through all her adventures with her family making happy memories with new friends, rain, culture, and animals. At the same time, she begins to slowly realize that family is forever no matter where you are.The Girl Who Flew tells a story that connects to children who have forgotten their origins and experience a whole new world.
Charlie, The Border Collie Without a Job: Charlie, el Border Collie sin oficio
by Peggy GendiveDid you know that Border Collies are often considered to be the most intelligent breed of all dogs? Due to their high level of intelligence and athleticism, Border Collies are in need of a job. If left to their own devices, they often get bored and get into trouble. As a member of the &“herding breeds&”, their job traditionally has been that of herding sheep. But not all Border Collies live on farms. Read to see how Charlie, the Border Collie, finds his own mission in life.¿Sabías que el Border Collie se considera, con frecuencia, la raza canina más inteligente de todas? Debido a su alto nivel de inteligencia y atletismo, el Border Collie necesita tener un trabajo u oficio. Si no tiene con que ocuparse, se aburre y se mete en lios. Como miembro del grupo de perros pastores, su trabajo ha consistido tradicionalmente en cuidar de las ovejas. Pero no todos los Border Collies viven en granjas o ranchos. Lee para ver cómo Charlie, el Border Collie, encuentra su propio oficio.
Rock Engineering for Excavations
by John EndicottThis book provides an introduction to the whole engineering process of designing and constructing deep excavations in rock, including caverns, tunnels, shafts, and pits.The process is comprehensively covered from initial site planning, through design considerations such as the assessment of rock mass properties, the closure of contracts and resolution of disputes, and lastly onto the maintenance and final decommissioning or repurposing of underground facilities. The subject material is derived from the author’s extensive practice, with reference to successful projects and cases where things went wrong.Written accessibly and starting from the basics, Rock Engineering for Excavations serves as a comprehensive and practical guide for undergraduate and master’s students, as well as non-specialist project managers.
Hydraulic Designs of Pipelines, Intakes and Outlets
by Sheng T. HsuPipelines are essential facilities for the transportation of fluids in various industries. This book addresses hydraulic design considerations of integrated pipeline systems, including intakes, conduits, and outlets.Based on the author’s experience of over 50 years working with hydraulic designs of structures as well as designs, analyses and troubleshooting of pipeline systems, the book discusses actual design practice and presents a range of real-world examples of projects conducted and participated in by the author. This applied approach gives the book a uniquely practical focus.Hydraulic Designs of Pipelines, Intakes and Outlets serves as a reference for practitioners as well as a textbook for postgraduate students.
The Acoustic Environment of Care Homes: Case Studies from China
by Jian Kang Jingyi MuThis book examines the indoor acoustic environment of China's care homes. Chapter 1 provides a brief introduction to the current situation in China's care homes. This includes the distribution, size, demand, and future development direction of these facilities. The chapter then presents an in-depth introduction and analysis of the indoor environment of these facilities, especially the acoustic environment. In Chapter 2, a case study and site investigation are described, and these are used to analyse the current state of the acoustic environment in these facilities, including the sound pressure level (SPL) and reverberation time (RT). Chapter 3 details the perceptions of the elderly regarding the acoustic environment of care homes and the correlation between the sound environment and other physical environments at the facilities. Chapter 4 presents the impact of the acoustic environment on the well-being of elderly residents and an analysis of the effects of different sound sources on the activities of the elderly. The effects of the acoustic environment on physiological indices of the elderly under different sound sources in care homes are analysed in Chapter 5. Finally, in Chapter 6, certain improvement strategies for the indoor acoustic environment of care homes are proposed based on the analysis. This book is a comprehensive exposition of research on the acoustic environment of care homes in China, and is useful reading for researchers in acoustics, architecture, design, engineering, and healthcare facilities. It could also be used as a scientific introduction for readers interested in this field.
Early Analytic Philosophy: Origins and Transformations (Routledge Studies in Twentieth-Century Philosophy)
by James F. Conant Gilad NirThe past few decades have seen considerable interest in the history of analytic philosophy. As this field has developed, complex and provocative questions have emerged about the very nature of analytic philosophy, challenging longstanding assumptions and spawning new research paradigms.In this outstanding collection, an international team of contributors examine these questions and contribute to these debates, exploring the idea of analysis, the essence and status of logic, the nature of the proposition and its linguistic expression, the logical act of judgment, the distinction between external and internal relations, the possibility of category mistakes, and the demarcation of sense from nonsense. Several of the chapters shed light on the interconnections between Wittgenstein and other figures within that tradition, including Frege, Russell, Ramsey, and Ryle. Other chapters examine the interaction between analytic philosophers and members of other philosophical traditions, including Frege and Weierstrass, Wittgenstein and Schopenhauer, Wittgenstein and Bradley, Russell and the North American Pragmatists, Russell and the Neo-Kantians, Wittgenstein and Heidegger, and Heidegger and Ryle. Among the specific topics explored are Russell’s conception of the judging subject, Wittgenstein’s discussion of rule-following, Frege’s conception of the logical categories, and Wittgenstein’s conception of nonsense.The volume also includes a book review by Gilbert Ryle – collected and published non-anonymously here for the first time – which sheds important light on the reception of Frege’s philosophy in the analytic tradition.Early Analytic Philosophy: Origins and Transformations will be of great interest to those studying and researching the history of twentieth-century philosophy, contemporary analytic philosophy, and the philosophy of language and logic.
Navigating the Cyber Maze: Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier (Security, Audit and Leadership Series)
by Matthias MuhlertIn an era where cyber threats loom larger than ever, Navigating the Cyber Maze: Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier offers a refreshing blend of deep insights and engaging humor to demystify the complex world of cybersecurity. Authored by Matthias Muhlert, a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience, this book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity, extending far beyond traditional IT concerns. From safeguarding smart homes to securing agricultural supply chains, Muhlert’s expertise shines through in this essential guide.What sets this book apart is its unique approach to making cybersecurity accessible and enjoyable. Matthias not only breaks down intricate concepts with clarity but also infuses humor throughout, making the learning experience both informative and entertaining. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this book ensures you will gain valuable knowledge while having a good laugh.Key Features: Comprehensive Coverage: Explore a wide array of topics, including Return on Security Investment (RoSI), cybersecurity in energy management, and the security of smart devices Practical Strategies: Discover actionable steps to enhance your security posture, from basic hygiene practices to complex strategic implementations Psychological Insights: Understand the human element in cybersecurity, with chapters on the security mindset, overcoming cognitive biases, and building a cyber-resilient culture Advanced Technologies: Delve into cutting-edge topics like quantum computing, 5G security, and the latest in deception technologies Real-World Case Studies: Learn from detailed case studies that illustrate the application of cybersecurity principles in various industries Engaging Humor: Enjoy "Cyber Chuckles" scattered throughout the book, ensuring that even the most complex topics are accessible and enjoyable Designed for a diverse audience ranging from cybersecurity professionals and IT managers to business leaders and students, Navigating the Cyber Maze: Insights and Humor on the Digital Frontier is your ultimate guide to the digital frontier. Whether you are looking to enhance your technical skills, understand the broader impact of cybersecurity, or simply enjoy a good read, this book is your essential companion in the ever-evolving cyber landscape. Dive in and equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to navigate the cyber maze with confidence and a smile.
Digital Transitioning in the Built Environment of Developing Countries
by Innocent Musonda Adetayo Onososen Thembani MoyoThis book serves as a helpful guide for anyone interested in understanding and implementing Building Information Modelling (BIM) in developing countries. It focuses on the construction industry and how digital technologies can improve the way buildings and infrastructure projects are planned, designed, and built. The book starts by explaining what BIM is and why it's important. It then explores the challenges that developing countries face when adopting BIM, such as limited resources and lack of infrastructure. The authors provide practical solutions to overcome these challenges based on real-world examples and case studies. The book takes readers through a step-by-step process to create a roadmap for BIM adoption. It helps readers understand the necessary steps and strategies involved, such as setting clear goals, involving all relevant stakeholders, and managing changes in the way things are done.One of the book's unique features is that it focuses specifically on the needs and circumstances of developing countries. It recognises that these countries have different challenges compared to more developed nations. By addressing these specific challenges, the book provides tailored advice that readers can apply in their own contexts. The book also emphasises the need for training and capacity building. It acknowledges that many professionals in developing countries may not have the necessary skills and knowledge to fully utilise BIM. Therefore, it introduces an approach called the dynamic capacity model, which helps ensure that people receive the training they need to successfully implement BIM. Overall, this book is a practical and accessible resource for anyone interested in implementing BIM in the construction industry of a developing country. It is important reading for professionals and academics in construction management, engineering, architecture, infrastructure development, urban planning, and governance in developing nations.
Tactile Tools for Social Emotional Learning: Activities to Help Children Self-Regulate with SEL, PreK-5
by Lori ReichelMany emotional learning activities – the “E” in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) – include self-regulation skills typically led by teachers, but why not empower young people by giving them tools to choose their own self-regulation techniques? This practical and comprehensive book features 52 activities focusing on emotional learning, specifically self-regulation skills that incorporate tactile objects students can store in their personal “toolboxes.” Each activity can be taught or guided by a teacher or classroom leader, supporting children to take charge of their own feelings and behavior, and thereby their own learning success. Tactile Tools for Social Emotional Learning is an important addition to any teacher’s toolkit and is key reading for early childhood educators, elementary school teachers, resource/SPED teachers, and pre-service teachers.
Commitment in Couples Therapy: A Therapist’s Guide to Assessing Relationship Durability
by Stephen J. BetchenCommitment in Couples Therapy offers a comprehensive clinical guide to help those who work with couples determine the authenticity of a couple’s commitment, and to guide their decision on whether the relationship is worth salvaging.The purpose of this book is to focus on those couples who have joined for reasons that pose a significant chance of relational failure. This specific dyad entails one seemingly “committed” partner and one apparently “less committed” partner, both of whom may be conscious or unconscious about their sabotaging behavior in the relationship. Betchen offers a clinical model to treat the commitment issue and help the couple’s therapist skillfully uncover each partner’s conflict with commitment, determine the couple’s true relational status, and determine how to re-contract the relationship on more authentic grounds. Chapters provide coverage of the unconscious match process, the sociocultural, transactional, familial, and psychological factors behind commitment, and countertransference, with case studies throughout. Finally, this book offers critical assessment and treatment strategies for therapists to implement in their practice.This book is an essential read for mental health clinicians of all levels, and a valuable resource for graduate students in marriage and family therapy programs.
Sustainable Practices in Geoenvironmental Engineering
by Raymond N. Yong Catherine N. Mulligan Masaharu FukueThis third edition focuses on the application of geoenvironmental engineering procedures and practices to mitigate and reduce the adverse impacts on the geoenvironment from anthropogenic sources including emerging contaminants such as micro and nanoplastics, pharmaceuticals, and fire retarding chemicals. Thoroughly updated with three new chapters and extensive use of case studies to showcase examples of sustainable practices, this new edition discusses many activities that are still generating geoenvironmental impacts that are adverse to the quality and health of the geoenvironment. It includes new tools and procedures that have been developed to evaluate and minimize adverse impacts. This new edition: Discusses the impacts of climate change and potential mitigation. Addresses emerging contaminants of concern. Introduces an entirely new chapter on sustainable nitrogen and carbon cycles. Includes new case studies like the Fukushima case study on sediments and microbial induced precipitation processes. Provides new practices and tools for sustainability to evaluate and to minimize adverse impacts Discusses the aspects of social sustainability and cultural aspects of the geoenvironment. This book is intended for professionals, researchers, academics, senior undergraduate students, and graduate students in geotechnical engineering, geoenvironmental engineering, site remediation, sustainable development, and earth sciences.
Contested Places, Contested Pasts: Sites of Memory and Commemoration in the Hungarian Landscape
by Kenneth E. Foote Anett ÁrvayContested Places, Contested Pasts focuses on how the First and Second World Wars, Holocaust, Cold War communist period, and 1956 Uprising have been memorialized and marked in the Hungarian landscape. The book explores the difficult debates surrounding the remembrance and commemoration of these events.This is the first comprehensive, book-length study of Hungary’s commemorative landscapes from the First World War to the present. By stressing the spatiality and materiality of memory practice, it offers new insights into why some events are celebrated widely, while other controversial events are marked modestly or not at all. Using a comparative case study methodology, the book crisscrosses the country using archival sources and extensive fieldwork to document the stories behind dozens of major and minor memorials. Examples from Budapest are important, but key contributions of this book are the examples drawn from cities, towns, and villages outside the capital. A wealth of photographs, maps, and diagrams are included to illustrate important ideas, especially the range of responses that have emerged to commemorate major historical events. In the end, the book highlights the value of studies like this one that explore the varied ways in which the World Wars, Holocaust, and Cold War have been represented in the commemorative landscapes of Europe and beyond.This book is for readers interested in Hungarian and European history, public art and architecture, landscape studies, and commemorative practices. Weaving theory and examples in an engaging storyline, the book will appeal to broader audiences interested in the challenges of confronting Europe’s legacies of twentieth-century war, violence, and political upheaval.
The Boy Who Met Jesus: Segatashya Emmanuel of Kibeho
by Immaculée IlibagizaIt's the greatest story never told: that of a boy who met Jesus and dared to ask Him all the questions that have consumed mankind since the dawn of time. His name was Segatashya. He was a shepherd born into a penniless and illiterate pagan family in the most remote region of Rwanda. He never attended school, never saw a bible, and never set foot in a church. Then one summer day in 1982 while the 15-year-old was resting beneath a shade tree, Jesus Christ paid him a visit. Jesus asked the startled young man if he'd be willing to go on a mission to remind mankind how to live a life that leads to heaven. Segatashya accepted the assignment on one condition: that Jesus answer all his questions-and all the questions of those he met on his travels-about faith, religion, the purpose of life, and the nature of heaven and hell. Jesus agreed to the boy's terms, and Segatashya set off on what would become one of the most miraculous journeys in modern history. Although he was often accused of being a charlatan and beaten as a result, Segatashya's innocent heart and powerful spiritual wisdom quickly won over even the most cynical of critics. Soon, this teenage boy who had never learned to read or write was discussing theology with leading biblical scholars and advising pastors and priests of all denominations. He became so famous in Rwanda that the Catholic Church investigated his story. The doctors and psychiatrists who examined Segatashya all agreed that they were witnessing a miracle. His words and simple truths converted thousands of hearts and souls wherever he went. Before his death during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, Segatashya continued his travels and conversations with Jesus for eight years, asking Him what we all want to know:· Why were we created? · Why must we suffer? · Why do bad things happen to good people? · When will the world end?· Is there life after death? · How do we get to Heaven? The answers to these and many other momentous, life-changing questions are revealed in this riveting book, which is the first full account of Segatashya's remarkable life story. Written with grace, passion, and loving humor by Immaculée Ilibagiza, Segatashya's close friend and a survivor of the Rwandan holocaust herself, this truly inspirational work is certain to move you in profound ways. No matter what your faith or religious beliefs, Segatashya's words will bring you comfort and joy, and prepare your heart for this life . . . and for life everlasting.
Kids Book About Identity, A (A Kids Book)
by TabooThis book seeks to help kids identify themselves and understand all the things that can make up someone's identity.Your identity can be a lot of things: your heritage, gender, hometown, school, faith, or even what you've been through. The awesome thing is nobody is just one thing! Your identity can grow and change as you do! This book explores all the different parts of identity: who you are, what you love, and what's true about you.
Kids Book About Design, A (A Kids Book)
by Jason MaydenHelp kids understand the power and impact of good design.This is a book about design and exists to unlock the design potential within every kid. Designers work in different ways, but all of them use creativity and compassion to solve problems and make things that in turn make the world a better place. Through the author's personal experience and multi-step process, empower the kid in your life to share their ideas, make, create, and be the best designer they can be.
A Kids Book About Creativity (A Kids Book)
by Sara Scott-Curran Stewart Scott-CurranTeach kids about unlocking their creativity, which comes in many forms and is for all of us!This is a kids’ book about creativity. While some people think that some are creative and some aren't – [Spoiler Alert!] – everyone is creative!This book was made to help kids aged 5-9 understand what creativity is and how they can unlock theirs. We all have something unique to offer the world through our individual creativity – so, let’s explore how we can make creative thinking and activity a part of our everyday lives.A Kids Book About Creativity features: A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.A friendly, approachable, empowering, and child-appropriate tone throughout.An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.Tackling important discourse together! The A Kids Book About titles are best used when read together. Helping to kickstart important, challenging, and empowering conversations for kids and their grown-ups through beautiful and thought-provoking pages. The series supports an incredible and diverse group of authors, who are either experts in their field, or have first-hand experience on the topic. A Kids Co. is a new kind of media company enabling kids to explore big topics in a new and engaging way, with a growing series of books, podcasts, and blogs made to empower. Learn more about us online by searching for A Kids Co.
Kids Book About Hope, A (A Kids Book)
by Kali LaddHope is an irreplaceable, never-ending thing which exists in and around all of us.What does it mean to have hope? Hope is trusting that good things are possible, no matter the circumstances. It's also something we all have inside and can give to those around us. Hope is a powerful choice we can make to bring about change, healing, and light to the world we all share.
Kids Book About Shame, A (A Kids Book)
by Jamie LetourneauShame doesn't make us less, just human.This is a book about shame. Yep, that messy thing we all carry but we all like to hide. But shame is such an important topic to talk about, especially with kids. Because guess what? They feel it all the time. And they just don't know how to talk about it. Because even grownups don't know how to talk about it. Shame doesn't make us anything less than enough. It just makes us human.
Kids Book About Power, A (A Kids Book)
by Juliyen DavisLearn to spot the power inside of you and all around you!Power isn't a mysterious thing that only a select few are born with—we all have power! And when we share that power with those around us, we can make change and achieve GREAT things. This book is here to help you understand power, see it in the world around you, and answer the question: Am I powerful? (Spoiler alert: yes!)
Kids Book About Healthy Habits, A (A Kids Book)
by Trish TuroLearn how to create healthy habits to live your best life!Do you know what a healthy habit is? How about a SMART goal? This book is for anyone who is ready to live their best, fullest, most joy-filled life! Does that sound like you? Awesome! Learn more about healthy habits, how to create effective goals, and feel empowered in the choices you make. Hooray for creating our healthiest, happiest lives!
The Travel Bucket List
by DK TravelCounting down the 500 experiences every traveller should have in a lifetime, this is the travel list to end all travel lists.And trust us, we know. At DK Eyewitness, we've helped travellers get closer to destinations around the world for over 40 years. We've celebrated the world's most unforgettable journeys, showed people where to go when, and shone a light on the must-see and top ten sights to see on the road. Now, we've made one book to top them all, the ultimate bucket list.For trips of a lifetime, look no further. Here you'll find the ancient sights and modern marvels that no traveller should miss. The natural wonders and wildlife watching adventures that dreams are made of. And the little, local experiences that remind us why we travel in the first place.Expect beautiful photography, handy maps and tips to help you make your bucket list dreams happen. DK Eyewitness’s The Definitive Travel Bucket List has everything you need to make a lifetime of memories. You’ll have it on your bookshelf for years to come.
Kudrun: with The Book of King Otnit and The Book of Wolf Dietrich
by William T. Whobrey&“I am a huge fan of Whobrey&’s translations. These new English translations of Kudrun, Wolf Dietrich, and Otnit uphold the quality to which I&’ve grown accustomed in his work. They do an excellent job of capturing the language and cadence of the texts, and are as accurate, readable, and fluent as the original texts allow them to be. &“I especially love the texts Wolf Dietrich and Otnit, and I&’m thrilled they are now available for the first time in English translation. They are such fun to read, and I hope that students find their hapless heroes as entertaining and humorous as I do. &“In short, it is a delight to read Whobrey&’s English translations of these tales, and I&’m excited to teach with them.&” —Kathryn Starkey, Stanford University
Are They Out There?: Diving for Answers In a Sea of Cover-Ups
by Gene P. Abel&“If you're ready to read a realistic approach to the possibility of alien life and whether we are visited by them, you will love Are They Out There? Diving for Answers In a Sea of Cover-Ups.&” – Readers&’ FavoriteNothing in the universe is unique and alone, and therefore in other regions there must be other earths inhabited by different tribes of men and different breeds of beast. - Titus Lucretius, De Rerum Natura circa 50BCE The question, Are They Out There? is not a new one. Since ancient times, humans have wondered about the potential of alien life. Between May 1, 2023, and June 1, 2024, alone, sightings of more than seven hundred unidentified aerial phenomena were reported-and twenty-one of these cases are still under investigation. They can't be explained by common objects. In Are They Out There? retired Colonel Gene P. Abel sifts through the accounts of military professionals and eyewitnesses alike in search of the truth about extra-terrestrial visitors. Discover what Colonel Abel has uncovered, and what the government might not be telling us, in this gripping new look at the history, and potential future impact, of UFOs, and alien contact. A newly released US report on unidentified flying objects says 143 sightings since 2004 remain unexplained. It does not rule out alien activity. - The New York Times, June 25, 2021
Artistic and Intellectual Practices in Contemporary China: China as an Issue
by Carol Yinghua LuThis edited volume is the first internationally available English translation of key lectures and essays delivered at Beijing’s Inside Out Art Museum over the past decade. The book elevates a chorus of voices from domestic and international intellectuals, artists, curators, and historians in a dialogue that reframes Chinese art from 1949 to the present.Part I offers critical academic complications of the story of Chinese art from the 1950s to the present as one singularly defined and stifled by political revolution. It traces important continuities and early examples of contemporary art practice to the Party’s birth and consolidation of power from the 1920s onwards. It relates the formation of contemporary art to the historical course of intellectual practice in China from 1949. Part II proposes China as an “issue” requiring historical interrogation rather than an inviolable entity. It questions the efficacy of “Asia” as a term, presents case studies of independentpublishers that challenged tightly crafted historical narratives, and wraps up with incisive reflections on the challenges confronting creatives and historians in China today.With chapters ranging from peer-reviewed scholarship to cuttingly humorous personal anecdotes, its contributing authors give rare, first-hand accounts of navigating pertinent historical and current situations, including censorship, China’s il/liberalism, and COVID-19. This book offers readers an ear to heretofore closed-door conversations in leading modern and contemporary art spaces.
Standardisierte (Kreativ-)Arbeit: Grafik- und Webdesign und YouTube als Erwerbsarbeit
by Lukas UnderwoodFolgt man den Diagnosen verschiedener Soziolog:innen, dann ist kreativ zu sein keine Anforderung mehr an nur einige wenige Arbeitnehmer:innen, sondern bildet das zentrale Dispositiv der modernen kapitalistischen Gesellschaft. Kreativ zu arbeiten setzt den gängigen Annahmen nach voraus, erstens kontinuierlich Neues hervorzubringen und zweitens einer nicht standardisierten Tätigkeit nachzugehen und nicht standardisierte Produkte hervorzubringen. Prädestiniert für solche Tätigkeiten scheinen Solo-Selbstständige aus der Kultur- und Kreativwirtschaft zu sein. Die vorliegende Arbeit geht der Frage nach, welche Rolle Kreativität für die Arbeit von ebendiesen spielt. Hierzu wird das Verhältnis von Kreativität und Standardisierung einer genaueren Betrachtung unterzogen, wobei der Fokus auf der Ebene des Arbeitsprozesses, des Produkts sowie der Handlung liegt. Empirische Grundlage bilden 18 qualitative Interviews mit Solo-Selbstständigen aus den Bereichen Grafik- und Webdesign sowie YouTube. Die Analyse rückt die Perspektive der Befragten in den Mittelpunkt und arbeitet zunächst die jeweiligen Besonderheiten der Arbeit in den beiden genannten Bereichen heraus. Die Ergebnisse der empirischen Analyse werden zur Reflexion über die drei genannten Ebenen genutzt und das Verhältnis von Standardisierung und Kreativität als dialektisch bestimmt. Diese Dialektik zeigt sich gegenstandsbezogen und ist zutiefst verwurzelt in den spezifischen Bedingungen, unter denen die Arbeit ausgeführt wird.