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The Machine (DVD)
Toby Stephens, Caity Lotz, Denis Lawson, Sam Hazeldine, Lee Nicholas Harris, …
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Caradog W. James directs this British sci-fi drama starring Toby
Stephens and Caity Lotz. Top scientist Vincent (Stephens) works for
the Ministry of Defence on a project aimed at producing a weapon
equipped with advanced artificial intelligence. Vincent quickly
enlists the help of Ava (Lotz), an expert on A.I., and the
combination of their skills proves fruitful indeed. Such is the
chemistry between Vincent and Ava that they begin a romantic
relationship, which leads Vincent to confide to his partner that
the conscious machine they've constructed together shares certain
similarities with his ill daughter. This seems certain to cause
problems when MOD bigwig Thomson (Denis Lawson) uses his authority
to move the project in a different direction and Vincent loses
control of his creation...
This book presents an authoritative progress report that will
remain germane to the topic and prove to be a substantial
inspiration to further progress. It is valuable to academic and
industrial practitioners of the art and science of chemical
reaction and reactor engineering.
A compelling collection of the life-changing writings of William
James William James-psychologist, philosopher, and spiritual
seeker-is one of those rare writers who can speak directly and
powerfully to anyone about life's meaning and worth, and whose
ideas change not only how people think but how they live. The
thinker who helped found the philosophy of pragmatism and inspire
Alcoholics Anonymous, James famously asked, "is life worth living?"
Bringing together many of his best and most popular essays, talks,
and other writings, this anthology presents James's answer to that
and other existential questions, in his own unique manner-caring,
humorous, eloquent, incisive, humble, and forever on the trail of
the "ever not quite." Here we meet a James perfectly attuned to the
concerns of today-one who argues for human freedom, articulates a
healthy-minded psychology, urges us to explore the stream of
consciousness, presents a new definition of truth based on its
practical consequences, and never forecloses the possibility of
mystical transcendence. Introduced by John Kaag and Jonathan van
Belle, these compelling and accessible selections reveal why James
is one of the great guides to the business of living.
The momentous interaction between Portugal and Kerala com menced
with the historic voyage of Vasco da Gama in 1498. It had lasting
impact on the society of Kerala. The voyage, with the express
purpose of searching for 'Christians and Spices', left longlasting
imprint on the life of the people of Kerala. Though the Portuguese
did not have political dominion in Kerala, the political influence
they gained in Kerala precipitated a lot of socio-cultural changes.
The intensity and degree of these changes were commensurate with
the tenor of the Portuguese networking with the diverse
socio-cultural traits in Kerala. Those sections of the Kerala
society that gained a higher extent of interconnectedness with the
Portuguese manifested a higher degree of socio-cultural transition.
One of the most significant means for socio-cultural change that
the Portuguese employed in Kerala was ecclesiastical legislation.
This cultural interface between Portugal and Kerala resulted in
multiple fissions and fusions in the society of Kerala. This book
delves deep into the multifarious interaction between the two
communities and the consequent socio-cultural changes that Kerala
witnessed during 1498-1663, the period when Portuguese influence
was at its acme. Please note: This title is co-published with
Manohar Publishers, New Delhi. Taylor & Francis does not sell
or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan,
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
A Philosophy of Christian Materialism offers a new religious
engagement with the public sphere via means of interdisciplinary
analysis and empirical examples, developing what the authors call a
Relational Christian Realism building upon interaction with
contemporary Philosophy of Religion. The book argues that the
current discourse on public religion is inadequate in addressing
the issues now to be faced, including: material religious practice
in the sphere of education; the growth of alternative political
movements and the developing awareness of environmental concerns
and urban social justice. Key concepts that support this strategic
analysis are: entangled fidelities (the form of a materialist
religious practice); the possibility of a relational Christian
realism (including new developments in how we interpret key
categories of doctrine including God and creation, salvation and
humanity), and the post-secular public sphere (including the
emerging phenomenon of postsecular rapprochement - namely the
coming together of both religious and secular actors in
methodologies and politics of pragmatism as well as ethical
discourse for the sake of the public commons). Co-authored by
theologians in both the USA and the UK, this book represents an
exciting contribution to philosophy and practice of religion on
both sides of the Atlantic and aspires to be sufficiently
interdisciplinary to also appeal to readerships engaged in the
study of modern political and social trends.
First published in 2012. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &
Francis, an informa company.
A Philosophy of Christian Materialism offers a new religious
engagement with the public sphere via means of interdisciplinary
analysis and empirical examples, developing what the authors call a
Relational Christian Realism building upon interaction with
contemporary Philosophy of Religion. The book argues that the
current discourse on public religion is inadequate in addressing
the issues now to be faced, including: material religious practice
in the sphere of education; the growth of alternative political
movements and the developing awareness of environmental concerns
and urban social justice. Key concepts that support this strategic
analysis are: entangled fidelities (the form of a materialist
religious practice); the possibility of a relational Christian
realism (including new developments in how we interpret key
categories of doctrine including God and creation, salvation and
humanity), and the post-secular public sphere (including the
emerging phenomenon of postsecular rapprochement - namely the
coming together of both religious and secular actors in
methodologies and politics of pragmatism as well as ethical
discourse for the sake of the public commons). Co-authored by
theologians in both the USA and the UK, this book represents an
exciting contribution to philosophy and practice of religion on
both sides of the Atlantic and aspires to be sufficiently
interdisciplinary to also appeal to readerships engaged in the
study of modern political and social trends.
In Speed, Safety, and Comfort: The Origins of Delta Air Lines,
former Delta Boeing 767 captain and aviation historian James John
Hoogerwerf traces the evolution and growth of one of America's most
successful airlines. Delta's story began during the early twentieth
century with the fight against the cotton-devouring boll weevil,
which devastated the southern economy and compelled scientists to
formulate calcium arsenate powder to eradicate the invasive pest.
To aid in the elimination effort, Huff Daland Company, a military
aircraft manufacturer, constructed the first plane specifically
designed to dispense the poison from the air. Crop dusting proved
so effective, Huff Daland Dusters, the world's first crop-dusting
company, rebranded as Delta Air Service in 1928 to focus more on
providing commercial services, including the transport of
passengers and air mail. The following year Delta began flying its
first passengers from Monroe, Louisiana, eventually establishing
routes across the southeastern United States. By the eve of World
War II, the firm had assumed the familiar Delta Air Lines name and
boasted forward-thinking management, a modern fleet of aircraft,
and increased revenue from passenger ticket sales. Now
headquartered in Atlanta, Delta counts itself among the oldest and
largest airlines in the world, with nearly 90,000 employees and
more than 5,400 flights per day. Delta's expansion and survival are
anomalies in an industry historically dominated by government and
special interests. Hoogerwerf's masterful history of Delta's
beginnings underscores the company's contribution to agriculture,
southern industrialization, and the development of commercial
aviation in the United States.
Technology, Innovation and Industrial Economics: Institutional
Perspectives, inspired by the work of William E. Cole, Professor
Emeritus at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, extends his
work with essays on technology, innovation and industrial economics
from an Institutionalist perspective. The managerial style,
innovational practices and industrial setting of the continuous
improvement firm are central to several chapters. This volume also
features innovation and technology in Latin America, Adam Smith's
writing on entrepreneurship and a comparison of American and
European Institutionalism. The topics of technology, innovation,
industrial organization and industrial policy are being widely
discussed and debated in today's literature, but seldom from an
Institutionalist perspective. The purpose of this book is to reduce
substantially this missing dimension in the ongoing debates on
these important issues.
Technology, Innovation and Industrial Economics: Institutional
Perspectives, inspired by the work of William E. Cole, Professor
Emeritus at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, extends his
work with essays on technology, innovation and industrial economics
from an Institutionalist perspective. The managerial style,
innovational practices and industrial setting of the continuous
improvement firm are central to several chapters. This volume also
features innovation and technology in Latin America, Adam Smith's
writing on entrepreneurship and a comparison of American and
European Institutionalism. The topics of technology, innovation,
industrial organization and industrial policy are being widely
discussed and debated in today's literature, but seldom from an
Institutionalist perspective. The purpose of this book is to reduce
substantially this missing dimension in the ongoing debates on
these important issues.
Accessibly written for the lay reader, the book is heavily
illustrated with line drawings, plans, and archive and contemporary
photographs. The research for the book has brought to light
fascinating, never before seen images from the cathedral archive
and elsewhere. Essay subjects include: Architectural History Roman
to Norman High Medieval to Reformation Post-Reformation to mid-19th
Century Twentieth Century The Present Cathedral Modern Fabric Bells
Furnishings, Plate and Ornaments Memorials, Paintings and Sculpture
Stained Glass Vestments and Textiles
Published in 2005, "World Yearbook of Education 1989: Health
Education is a valuable addition to the Major Works Series.
Renowned marathon expert and leading sports scientist Professor
John Brewer reveals why many of the concepts surrounding marathon
training and running are wrong -- and suggests how the latest
sports science research transforms the way marathons should be
approached. Run Smart uses the latest scientific research to show
how preparing for, and running, marathons can be made easier, and
in doing so challenges many of the myths that surround marathon
running. The book will draw on the author's experience as one of
the UK's leading sports scientists, his extensive research
background in marathon running, and his experience as a marathon
runner, to provide credible advice to runners to support their
preparation for a marathon. The book will challenge many current
concepts, myths and ideas, and provide science-based alternatives
in areas such as training and nutrition that will optimise and ease
a runner's preparation for, and completion of, the 26.2 mile
distance. This highly accessible book will use the latest
scientific findings to support new runners training for their first
marathon and help more experienced athletes improve and train
smarter.
Cenozoic Foraminifera and Calcareous Nannofossil Biostratigraphy of
the Niger Delta is available just as exploration and production
activities are moving into the little known deep water terrain of
the Niger Delta. A thorough understanding of the Cenozoic Niger
Delta will improve understanding and exploration of the evolution
of deeper offshore belts, help researchers strengthen and refine
existing Neogene nannofossil biostratigraphic schemes for the Niger
Delta region, and gain a better understanding of the relationship
between nannofossil assemblage variations and paleoenvironments.
The hydrocarbon reserves of the Niger Delta are an extremely
valuable natural resource. Biostratigraphy and Correlation play
important roles in the discovery, development and maturing of
hydrocarbon fields. Calcareous nannofossils have been important
tools for the stratigraphers in the Niger Delta and in recent years
exploration has moved into deeper offshore areas where nannofossils
are more abundant and diverse. Little has been published about the
calcareous nannofossil chronostratigraphy of the Niger delta.
Cenozoic Foraminifera and Calcareous Nannofossil Biostratigraphy of
the Niger Delta fills the gap for earth scientists and those
working in the oil and gas industry.
Told entirely in letter form, the text of this picture book is the
correspondence between a small girl called Emily and the
conservation organisation, Greenpeace, about a whale that she says
lives in her garden pond.
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