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Collected by the editor of the award-winning Lightspeed magazine,
the first, definitive anthology of climate fiction-a cutting-edge
genre made popular by Margaret Atwood. Is it the end of the world
as we know it? Climate Fiction, or Cli-Fi, is exploring the world
we live in now-and in the very near future-as the effects of global
warming become more evident. Join bestselling, award-winning
writers like Margaret Atwood, Paolo Bacigalupi, Kim Stanley
Robinson, Seanan McGuire, and many others at the brink of tomorrow.
Loosed Upon the World is so believable, it's frightening.
A collection of the year’s best science fiction and fantasy
writing selected by New York Times bestselling
author R. F. Kuang and series editor John Joseph Adams. R. F.
Kuang, New York Times bestselling author of the Poppy
War trilogy and Babel, selects twenty pieces that
represent the best examples of the form published the
previous year and explores the ever-expanding and changing world of
science fiction and fantasy today.Â
The best science fiction and fantasy stories of 2021, selected by
series editor John Joseph Adams and guest editor Veronica Roth.
This year's selection of science fiction and fantasy stories,
chosen by series editor John Joseph Adams and bestselling author of
the Divergent series Veronica Roth, showcases a crop of authors
that are willing to experiment and tantalize readers with new takes
on classic themes and by exchanging the ordinary for the
avant-garde. Folktales and lore come alive, the dead rise, the
depths of space are traversed, and magic threads itself through
singular moments of love and loss, illuminating the circulatory
nature of life, death, the in-between, and the hereafter. The Best
American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2021 captures the all-too-real
cataclysm of human nature, claiming its place in the series with
compelling prose, lyrical composition, and curiosity's never-ending
pursuit of discovering the unknown.
Ferdinand de Saussure (1857-1913) is widely recognized as the
founder of twentieth-century language science. In his lifetime he
published an important work on Indo-European philology but it was
his Course in General Linguistics, published posthumously in 1916,
that paved the way for a genuinely scientific theory of language
based on a system of mutually defining entities. In addition to
laying the foundations for many of the significant developments in
modern linguistics, the implications of Saussure's work have been
far reaching across a broad range of disciplines beyond language
studies; indeed, his projected science of signs effected a
fundamental reconceptualization of our knowledge about all socially
organized meaning systems and it has had a profound impact on, for
example, the evolution of modern sociology, anthropology, film
studies, and literary theory. As serious work on Saussure's
thinking and influence continues to flourish, this long-awaited new
title in Routledge's Critical Assessments of Leading Linguists
series meets the need for an authoritative reference work to make
sense of a vast scholarly literature. Edited by John E. Joseph,
author of the first full-length and comprehensive biography of
Saussure, this four-volume Major Work brings together the best and
most influential English-language Saussurean secondary literature.
(It also makes available in translation several key pieces
originally published in languages other than English.) The
collection includes: work on Saussure's precursors; comprehensive
coverage of his linguistic theory, his key concepts, and their
critical reception, especially in Europe and the USA; critiques of
Saussure (including reassessments and refinements prompted by the
unearthing in 1996 of a manuscript published as his Writings in
General Linguistics); full coverage of Saussure's 'rediscovery' in
the 1960s and his significance in the rise of structuralism, as
well as his influence on the broader poststructuralist approaches
to inquiry in the human sciences that followed. Ferdinand de
Saussure is fully indexed and has a comprehensive introduction,
newly written by the editor, which places the collected material in
its historical and intellectual context. It is an essential work of
reference and is destined to be valued by scholars and students as
a vital one-stop research and pedagogic resource.
SELECTED FOR STYLIST'S FICTION YOU CAN'T MISS IN 2022 - 'AN
ESSENTIAL READ' NAMED AS A BOOK OF 2022 BY ESQUIRE, STYLIST,
SHEERLUXE AND FOYLES 'A stone-cold masterpiece by a shocking new
talent' OLIVIA LAING It's four in the morning, and our narrator is
walking home from the club when they realise that it's February
29th - the birthday of the man who was something like their first
love. Piecing together art, letters and memory, they set about
trying to write the story of a doomed affair that first sparked and
burned a decade ago. Ten years earlier, and our young narrator and
a boy named Thomas James fall into bed with one another over the
summer of their graduation. Their ensuing affair, with its violent,
animal intensity and its intoxicating and toxic power play will
initiate a dance of repulsion and attraction that will cross years,
span continents, drag in countless victims - and culminate in
terrible betrayal. At Certain Points We Touch is a story of first
love and last rites, conjured against a vivid backdrop of London,
San Francisco and New York - a riotous, razor-sharp coming-of-age
story that marks the arrival of an extraordinary new talent.
'Lauren John Joseph writes with such wit, glamour, and style! I
haven't read a book that so powerfully evokes what it's like to be
a wild young artist among other wild young artists since the Bright
Young Things' TORREY PETERS, author of Detransition, Baby 'Lauren's
debut novel is so exciting. The writing is so fresh, funny and
gripping - and carries the trademark wit that I have always loved
from Lauren' TRAVIS ALABANZA 'The struggle to find ones place in
the world as an artist and lover, creating self and culture as you
go along - At Certain Points We Touch captures this fleeting,
dazzling moment with glamour and heart' MICHELLE TEA
This omnivorous selection of stories chosen by series editor John
Joseph Adams and World Fantasy Award finalist Carmen Maria Machado
is a display of the most boundary-pushing, genre-blurring,
stylistically singular science fiction and fantasy stories
published in the last year. By sending us to alternate universes
and chronicling ordinary magic, introducing us to mythical beasts
and talking animals, and engaging with a wide spectrum of emotion
from tenderness to fear, each of these stories challenge the way we
see our place in the cosmos. The Best American Science Fiction and
Fantasy 2019 represents a wide range of the most accomplished
voices working in science fiction and fantasy, in fiction,
today--each story dazzles with ambition, striking prose, and the
promise of the other and the unencountered.
Famine, death, war, and pestilence: the four horsemen of the
Apocalypse, the harbingers of Armageddon - these are our guides
through the Wastelands...From the Book of "Revelations to The Road
Warrior"; from "A Canticle for Leibowitz to The Road", storytellers
have long imagined the end of the world, weaving tales of
catastrophe, chaos, and calamity. Gathering together the best
post-apocalyptic literature of the last two decades from many of
today's most renowned authors of speculative fiction, including
George R.R. Martin, Gene Wolfe, Orson Scott Card, Carol Emshwiller,
Jonathan Lethem, Octavia E. Butler, and Stephen King, "Wastelands"
explores the scientific, psychological, and philosophical questions
of what it means to remain human in the wake of Armageddon.
Today's readers of science fiction and fantasy have an appetite for
stories that address a wide variety of voices, perspectives, and
styles. There is an openness to experiment and pushing boundaries,
combined with the classic desire to read about space ships and
dragons, future technology and ancient magic, and the places where
they intersect. Contemporary science fiction and fantasy looks to
accomplish the same goal as ever--to illuminate what it means to be
human. With a diverse selection of stories chosen by series editor
John Joseph Adams and guest editor N. K. Jemisin, The Best American
Science Fiction and Fantasy 2018 explores the ever-expanding and
changing world of SFF today, with Jemisin bringing her lyrical,
endlessly curious point of view to the series' latest edition.
The British physicist Sir Joseph John Thomson, the discoverer of
the electron, published the first edition of his Elements of the
Mathematical Theory of Electricity and Magnetism in 1895; this
fourth edition was issued in 1909, three years after he was awarded
the Nobel Prize in Physics for his theoretical and experimental
investigations on the conduction of electricity by gases. In this
book for students his intention is to give 'an account of the
fundamental principles of the mathematical theory of electricity
and magnetism and their more important applications, using only
simple mathematics.' Starting at the basic level of describing
electrical phenomena such as rubbing a stick of sealing wax with
cloth to produce a charge, he guides the reader through
electrostatics, induction, magnetism, thermoelectric currents and
the theory of light. This textbook, by one of the greatest
scientists of his day, is still a fascinating introduction to the
topic.
Rosie has a lovely new home. But she can't see a garden. Will Rosie
and her family make a little garden?
This is an introduction to the history of the Muslim East from the
rise of Islam to the Mongol conquests. It explains and indicates
the main trends of Islamic historical evolution during the Middle
Ages, and will help the non-Orientalist to understand something of
the relationship between Islam and Christendom in those centuries.
Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author and guest editor
Rebecca Roanhorse and series editor John Joseph Adams select twenty
pieces that represent the best examples of the form published the
previous year and explore the ever-expanding and changing world of
SFF today. Today's readers of science fiction and fantasy have an
appetite for stories that address a wide variety of voices,
perspectives, and styles. There is an openness to experiment and
pushing boundaries, combined with the classic desire to read about
spaceships and dragons, future technology and ancient magic, and
the places where they intersect. Contemporary science fiction and
fantasy looks to accomplish the same goal as ever-to illuminate
what it means to be human. With a diverse selection of stories
chosen by series editor John Joseph Adams and guest editor Rebecca
Roanhorse, The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2022
explores the ever-expanding and changing world of contemporary
science fiction and fantasy.
REAL-LIFE CASES, TUTORIAL QUESTIONS, NARRATIVE HISTORY
Intriguing anecdotal pedagogy, like the alleged arsenical poisonings of Napoleon and President Taylor and the probable mercury overdose of Isaac Newton, is one of the things that set Toxicology: A Case-Oriented Approach apart from other toxicology texts. Based on an undergraduate-graduate combined toxicology course at West Chester University, this innovative text captures readers' interest by combining modern case studies, historical cases, and hundreds of illustrations and tables. Each chapter presents several case scenarios that involve the reader with questions about diagnosis, testing methods, treatment, and other pertinent information.
TOXICOLOGY FOR THE LABORATORY AND THE EMERGENCY ROOM
In an easy-to-read style, this book covers the major organ systems and reviews the effects of toxins in each system. Most contemporary books are almost entirely clinical or entirely analytical. Toxicology: A Case-Oriented Approach treats each area extensively to benefit students and professionals who need to know aspects of both. It describes diagnosis and treatment of each specific poisonous exposure and discusses chemical basis and the laboratory testing of toxins. This dual perspective, coupled with the book's interesting narrative approach, lets readers quickly absorb the information they need to understand toxicology in the laboratory and in the Emergency Department.
A happy-go-plucky rhyme adventure of chickens frolicking in an
urban environment as they run rampant all around town! "Urban
backyard chickens go on a madcap tour of the city in this rhyming
romp. . . the narrative bounces off the tongue. The marker-bright
illustrations are frenetic and filled with humorous details."
--Kirkus Reviews "Hysterical rhyming book about chickens escaping
from their yard. Funny shenanigans ensue with each towns-person and
animal they encounter. This will appeal to lots of kids around here
whose families own chickens!" --Buttonwood Books & Toys,
bookseller recommendation "Reading this out loud was so much fun!
The rhyming and rhythm added a musical element to reading the book.
And within the rhymes there are great vocabulary moments, too! . .
. The backmatter of the book gives information about keeping urban
chickens and some fun chicken facts. It is a great way to connect
the story to science." --Unleashing Readers Chickens on the loose.
Chickens on the lam. Zipping from the yard, As quickly as they can.
Chickens don't just live on farms--they're in the city too! In the
store, on the street, they bring mayhem and excitement to all the
surprised people. See where these mischievous chickens go in this
brightly illustrated picture book told in verse. Also included at
the back are fun facts and tips for the urban chicken farmer.
This is an introduction to the history of the Muslim East from the rise of Islam to the Mongol conquests. It explains and indicates the main trends of Islamic historical evolution during the Middle Ages, and will help the non-Orientalist to understand something of the relationship between Islam and Christendom in those centuries. eBook available with sample pages: 0203199766
Modern developed nations are rich and politically stable in part
because their citizens are free to form organizations and have
access to the relevant legal resources. Yet in spite of the
advantages of open access to civil organizations, it is estimated
that eighty percent of people live in countries that do not allow
unfettered access. Why have some countries disallow the formation
of organizations as part of their economic and political system?
The contributions to Organizations, Civil Society, and the Roots of
Development seek to answer this question through an exploration of
how developing nations throughout the eighteenth and nineteenth
centuries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, and
Germany, made the transition to allowing their citizens the right
to form organizations. The transition, contributors show, was not
an easy one. Neither political changes brought about by revolution
nor subsequent economic growth led directly to open access. In
fact, initial patterns of change were in the opposite direction, as
political coalitions restricted access to specific organizations
for the purpose of maintaining political control. Ultimately,
however, it became clear that these restrictions threatened the
foundation of social and political order. Tracing the path of these
modern civil societies, Organizations, Civil Society, and the Roots
of Development is an invaluable contribution to all interested in
today's developing countries and the challenges they face in
developing this organizational capacity.
The botanist Robert Brown (1773-1858) is regarded as one of the
most significant figures in the advancement of plant science in the
nineteenth century. After studying at Aberdeen and Edinburgh, he
made the acquaintance of Sir Joseph Banks via William Withering,
and in 1801 was appointed as naturalist on Matthew Flinders'
expedition to Australia. Brown made extensive collections of
animals and minerals, but his 3,400 plant specimens from Australia,
Tasmania and Timor were the foundation of his work for the rest of
his life, as an active member of the Linnean Society, as Banks's
librarian, and as an under-librarian in the British Museum. This
two-volume collection of his 'miscellaneous botanical works',
edited by John J. Bennett, Brown's assistant at the British Museum,
was published in 1866-7. It has not been possible to reissue the
accompanying quarto volume of plates. Volume 1 contains
'Geographico-Botanical Memoirs' and 'Structural and Physiological
Memoirs'.
The botanist Robert Brown (1773-1858) is regarded as one of the
most significant figures in the advancement of plant science in the
nineteenth century. After studying at Aberdeen and Edinburgh, he
made the acquaintance of Sir Joseph Banks via William Withering,
and in 1801 was appointed as naturalist on Matthew Flinders'
expedition to Australia. Brown made extensive collections of
animals and minerals, but his 3,400 plant specimens from Australia,
Tasmania and Timor were the foundation of his work for the rest of
his life, as an active member of the Linnean Society, as Banks's
librarian, and as an under-librarian in the British Museum. This
two-volume collection of his 'miscellaneous botanical works',
edited by John J. Bennett, Brown's assistant at the British Museum,
was published in 1866-7. It has not been possible to reissue the
accompanying quarto volume of plates. Volume 2 contains 'Systematic
Memoirs' and 'Contributions to Systematic Works'.
"Welcome to the library... A room packed with stories from ceiling
to floor, Shelves of adventures for you to explore. But each book
has two stories -- the tale the words tell, And the tale of the
journey it's been on as well." This is the story of one incredible
library book and all the children who've borrowed it. It's been
hugged, lost, torn, chewed by a dog and soaked in the rain. It's
been read in apartments and in tents, in the park and in the
classroom; by children in costumes and pyjamas, reading alone or
with their friends, their siblings and their parents. Each time it
returns to the library it's a little more worn, but a lot more
loved. For every rip, scribble or stain there's a child who has
found adventure or escape, comfort or excitement in its pages.
That's the magic of a library book! This fun, rhyming text from
Caroline Crowe celebrates a love of books and libraries, the joy of
discovering a new favourite read, and of sharing it with others.
New York Times-bestseller John Joseph's bright and joyful
illustrations bring a diverse cast of children to life with humour
and enthusiasm.
A rhyming picture book about how sometimes it's not the biggest,
strongest, or the fastest, but the littlest who can get the job
done! "Charming, entertaining, and original, The Littlest Airplane
is an especially and unreservedly recommended addition to family,
daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library
picture book collections for children ages 4-7." -Midwest Book
Review "This is a really cute story about a plane that is smaller
than all the others. He feels inferior because he can't do what the
big planes can. But when people get stuck in a storm and call for
help, the big planes are too big to land to rescue the people, the
little plane can reach them and he saves them. The illustrations
were cute; I love the expressiveness of the planes. . . 4 stars."
-Youth Services Book Review "The text clearly stands out against
Joseph's wonderful illustrations, which work in tandem with the
text to convey exactly what's happening in the story. These scenes
are big and colorful, making it easy to see all aspects of the
picture, even from a distance-perfect for story hours. . .
Altogether, Hartman has created another wonderful ride of a story.
A great rhyming read aloud for little learners to introduce
different types of planes and spot light the oft-forgotten bush
plane." -School Library Journal "The story told in lilting rhyming
text is brought to life in colorful illustrations featuring
personified airplanes with expressive faces and beautiful Alaskan
scenery. Facts about bush planes and a labeled diagram of a plane
appear in the back pages. Young children identify with being small
and wanting to be important. They will recognize this story as a
good companion to The Little Engine That Could." -Children's
Literature Comprehensive Database "Alaska Northwest Books wings
into spring with... The Littlest Airplane by Brooke Hartman, illus.
by John Joseph, in which a storm necessitates calling a mighty
little bush plane to rescue people stuck on a mountain in the
snow." -Publishers Weekly, Spring 2022 Children's Sneak Previews At
a landing strip in the far north, a little bush plane watches
quietly as bigger, stronger, faster planes take off for adventure.
But when a storm hits and hikers are stranded on the mountain, who
will come to the rescue? Told in rhyming verse with bright
illustrations, The Littlest Airplane soars high with heart and
excitement.
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