One of the richest women in the world, Doris Duke lived life on her own terms. When she died in 1993, Duke left behind more than $2 billion, most of it under the control of her butler, with instructions to keep her estate intact for her reincarnation. This sensational, illustrated biography offers the definitive account of Doris Duke's life and ...
Language, Society and Power looks at the ways in which language functions, how it influences thought and how it varies according to age, ethnicity, class and gender. It seeks to answer such questions as: How can a language reflect the status of children and older people? Do men and women talk differently? How can our use of language mark our ...
From simple dishes to elaborate gourmet meals, every cook will find plenty of old favorites and discover exotic new cuisines in this comprehensive series. Each book provides more than 100 easy-to-follow recipes accompanied by tantalizing color photographs.
"DeMark Indicators" provide an easy-to-follow system for identifying market turns as they happen. This book gives a thorough introduction to these indicators and demonstrates how to use and combine them for a higher probability of trading success.
Written in non-technical, everyday language that is accessible to the undergraduate audience, and requiring no background in economic analysis, this acclaimed text provides a unique approach to understanding what the practice of economics is all about. The authors address fourteen current economic issues, covering both micro- and macro-economics, ...
This book takes a unique approach to quantitative research by showing students that numbers do not have to be intimidating. The hand-on approach introduces students to the scientific methods behind quantitative research and explans how faces are discovered via research. Along with providing a history of social science researhc, the authors ...
The first biography of Nathan "Shanks" Evans, an important Confederate general, based upon a large cache of newly discovered and previously unpublished sources. Until now, little has been known about Nathan "Shanks" Evans, a prominent and highly controversial Confederate general who served throughout the Civil War in several theaters of ...
Now revised and updated to reflect critical changes in economic policy since the last edition, Macroeconomic Issues Today, Eighth Edition, provides Conservative, Liberal, and Radical interpretations and solutions for seven current macroeconomic issues, including all-new coverage of the Social Security debate. An instructor's manual with a test ...
This is the book for anyone who has ever wondered how language influences thought, how language impacts on our daily life, and how power is perpetuated through language. Written in a lively and accessible way, with examples drawn from everyday life, Language, Society and Power looks at language use in politics and the media; differences in ...
Spotlights the human stories within grassroots healing communities formed to help people overcome physical disabilities or mental disorders by living independently outside hospitals, nursing homes, and mental institutions.
This is the first book to explain and demonstrate the tremendous ability of Pulse-Coupled Neural Networks (PCNNs) when applied to the field of image processing. PCNNs and their derivatives are biologically inspired models that are powerful tools for extracting texture, segments, and edges from images. As these attributes form the foundations of ...
This groundbreaking book is a definitive guide to flexibility and revises the conceptual framework of the field. In "Flexibility: A Concise Guide", the authors provide a fresh perspective on flexibility, one that challenges current thinking and professional practice, from the conceptual foundations of research to the practical applications of ...
This book gives a complete coverage of chronic fatigue syndrome. The "Handbook of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome" provides authoritative coverage of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). A leading group of international contributors present up to date information and guidance to improve the understanding, proper identification, and treatment of this ...
The role of Baptists in the upholding of religious liberty throughout history is highlighted in "First Freedom," with wise contributions from Paige Patterson, Richard Land, Emir Caner, Paul Pressler, and others.
Taking a fresh, holistic approach to the topic of architectural technology, this indispensable book looks at the why as well as the how of building science, providing a comprehensive, clear and concise introduction to the subject. The demands faced by architects in their training and education are constantly changing. Written by two practicing ...
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Now revised and updated to reflect critical changes in economic policy since the last edition, Microeconomic Issues Today, Eighth Edition, provides Conservative, Liberal, and Radical interpretations and solutions for seven current microeconomic issues. An instructor's manual with a test bank and discussion questions is available to professors who ...
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