"Principles of Development" is designed for undergraduates. The emphasis is on principles and key concepts. Central to the authors' approach is that development can best be understood by understanding how genes control cell behaviour. They have assumed that students have some basic familiarity with cell biology and genetics, but all key concepts, ...
It may be a while before Internet telephony with VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) reaches critical mass, but there's already tremendous movement in that direction. A lot of organizations are not only attracted to VoIP's promise of cost savings, but its ability to move data, images, and voice traffic over the same connection. Think of it: a ...
Even after you've learned HTML and Java, starting your own web design business can be tricky. Smith walks readers through the basics, starting with the necessary programs to learn, to how much capital it may take to set up shop, on through to the marketing of your product online.
There is nothing little about the dynamic fiction-writing advice inside "The Writer's Little Helper". James V. Smith, Jr. offers effective guidance in short, easy checklists, questions and answers, and practical tools. This book gives you everything you need to: maintain a compelling pace; craft believable dialogue; attract agent's and editor's ...
From a widely acclaimed Japanese food authority comes the most comprehensive book to date on the delectable subject of sushi. Step-by-step directions for making a variety of recipes accompany the history of sushi, advice on the safe selection of fish, and more. Pull-out, take-along cards enable readers to order sushi and chat with the chef in ...
An unconventional debut novel in which the narrator, a dreamy eight-year-old hemophiliac, tells himself his own story. It is a story of a boy who is pushed abruptly into manhood by a violent fight between his parents.
Experienced counselor Jim Smith tackles misconceptions about men, women, and marriage with psychological insights and common-sense observations. This helpful resource for couples in any stage of marriage, including those in damaged relationships, is based on biblical wisdom, and will point the direction to lasting harmony and wholeness in marriage.
Based on staples such as fish, whole grains, and olive oil, Greek food is not only healthy and delicious but offers a welcome break from other overexposed Mediterranean cuisine. This richly illustrated cookbook by one of the new Greek's most talented practitioners is the perfect way to discover its many delights.
A gripping account of the final American bombing mission of World War II and how it prevented a military coup that would have kept Japan in the war. How close did the Japanese come to not surrendering to Allied forces on August 15, 1945? "The Last Mission "explores this question through two previously neglected strands of late--World War II ...
This collection features warm and witty stories about the relationship between a contemporary Seminole-Cherokee boy and his traditional Oklahoma grandfather. Illustrations.
December the 7th, 1941, was a decisive day in World War II - it brought the USA into the war. This account of Pearl Harbor provides an illustrated examination of one of the most significant and controversial events of the war. It seeks to uncover what really happened and why the Japanese were so successful. The authors reveal several aspects of ...
Plunging straight into the grayish, faintly understood area of the art world that involves oddly drawn objects coupled with uncertainly spelled text, "McSweeney's Issue 27" brings together a previously uncategorized cadre of pithy draftsmen, genius doodlers, and fine-artistic cartoonists, and buffets them with articles examining just what it is ...
Part of the "Pocket Puzzlers" series of pocket-sized puzzles, this book offers 16 detective puzzles to solve, with clues and questions and 12 pages of answers.
The first major battle in the western theatre of the American Civil War, Shiloh came as a horrifying shock to the Americans. General Johnston caught Grant and Sherman by surprise and nearly drove them into the River Tennessee. Six battle-scene plates detail critical points in the campaign.
During thirty years of astonishing activity as a filmmaker, photographer and performer, Jack Smith produced a body of creative, antic writing that intersects and transcends the genres of hothouse fantasy, criticism and social comment. Bringing together long unavailable essays, performance scripts, interviews and other material, "Wait for me at the ...
"Saving Face" is the story of those who developed, championed, and continuously improved the most unique and intriguing piece of equipment in all of sports--the goalie mask, one of the most recognizable piece of sporting equipment in the world. John Wiley & Sons
The BBC describes Doctor Who as the most poular ongoing series it has ever made. Now, over forty years after the first episode aired, the cult series has returned to the small screen with a huge budget and with acclaimed writer/producer Russel T Davies at the helm. A new generation of viewers is ready to adopt Christopher Eccleston as 'their' ...
The comprehensive step-by-step guide to The Lord of the Rings in all mediums. Originally just a small part of the life's work of the distinguished Oxford University lecturer and philologist JRR Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings achieved a huge cult following around the world -over 50 million copies of the books and have been sold in 25 languages. It ...
Martin Scorsese's obsession with sin and redemption, conflict and violence runs through much of his work. This guide to Scorsese explores his career from his early student works, including "It's Not Just You, Murray", through his personal examinations of his Italian-American heritage in "Mean Streets", "Italianamerican" and "Goodfellas", the ...
The step-by-step companion to Ganster Films. Filmmaking has given us almost every conceivable portrait of organised crime: from dununciations of social problems to dynastic tragedy and from glorifications of a lifestyle choice to tales of loveable rogues. Gangster Films looks at more that two dozen examples of American and British filmmaking and ...
"The premier guide to modern riding, from one of the sport's best coaches" - Tim Windell, two-time World Cup co-champion. In "The Art of Snowboarding", USSA-certified club coach Jim Smith introduces you to the most popular tricks and stunts, including kickers (jumps) and other freestyle and half-pipe techniques, and stunts on rails and wood. He ...
From the answering machine of Winters's best friend, Jim B. Smith, comes hundreds of brilliant bits from the King of Improvisation. No comic today can match the maniacal cast of characters careening around in Jonathan Winters's head.
The Complete Spielberg is a comprehensive examination of Spielberg's work to date, from his eighteen feature films to his unrealised projects, his amateur and TV output to his experiences as a producer - even his little known forays into acting are covered! Combining in-depth analysis for the seasoned buff with behind-the-scenes trivia for the ...
THE IRISH FACE IN AMERICA profiles a vibrant cross section of Irish Americans and their contributions to every aspect of society. Several well-known figures are included: film stars Martin Sheen, Ed Burns and Bridget Moynahan; Riverdance founder Michael Flatley; television personality and producer Merv Griffin; and pro golfer Mark O'Meara among ...
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