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• Introduces the exciting field of astrobiology and investigates
the prospects for direct and indirect interactions with
extraterrestrial life. • Contains worked example problems,
thought questions for self-study, and a “Going Further” section
for readers wishing to dig deeper. • Emphasizes an intuitive
understanding, together with discussion of scientific methods and
technology for applying intuition to real problems. • Features
lab exercises, plenty of figures and diagrams, and several
appendices for easy reference to key information. • Includes a
final chapter on science fiction, discussing coverage of
astrobiology in modern books and films, from “Star Trek” to
“Interstellar.”
Edition, with full explanatory material, of the documents
concerning the building of All Souls, Oxford: a vital source for
our knowledge of the period. The accounts covering the construction
of All Souls, Oxford, in the five years from its foundation in 1438
are among the most important documentary sources for English
medieval building history, and provide an almost unique recordof
the physical creation of an Oxford college. They are here published
in full for the first time, with commentary and analysis by the
late Simon Walker. Supplementary material includes plans and
documentation of the site, a description of the buildings, and an
inventory of the college rooms in the sixteenth century. Simon
Walker was Professor of History, University of Sheffield; Julian
Munby is head of Buildings Archaeology at Oxford Archaeology.
• Introduces the exciting field of astrobiology and investigates
the prospects for direct and indirect interactions with
extraterrestrial life. • Contains worked example problems,
thought questions for self-study, and a “Going Further” section
for readers wishing to dig deeper. • Emphasizes an intuitive
understanding, together with discussion of scientific methods and
technology for applying intuition to real problems. • Features
lab exercises, plenty of figures and diagrams, and several
appendices for easy reference to key information. • Includes a
final chapter on science fiction, discussing coverage of
astrobiology in modern books and films, from “Star Trek” to
“Interstellar.”
A Powerful Window into Cosmic Evolution Terahertz (THz)
observations of interstellar atoms, molecules, and dust serve as
powerful probes of the conditions within the interstellar medium
that permeates our galaxy, providing insights into the origins of
stars, planets, galaxies, and the Universe. Taking a
cross-disciplinary approach to the subject, Terahertz Astronomy
explores THz astrophysics and the technologies that make this
rapidly evolving field possible. The first four chapters of the
book discuss the origin and interpretation of THz light in
astrophysical sources. The remaining five chapters present an
overview of the technologies used to collect and detect THz light.
Every chapter contains worked-out examples and exercises. The
author explains each topic as intuitively as possible and includes
the equations needed for real-life astrophysical applications. In
just a few years, the number of active THz researchers has
substantially grown due to increased interest in terrestrial remote
sensing at THz frequencies. This book provides researchers with
both the background science and technology to interpret THz
observations and design, build, and deploy THz astronomical
instrumentation.
"A most significant yet unsung contribution within the field of
Turkish studies over the past quarter of a century has been the
work of Barbara K. Walker in collecting, preserving, and sharing
Turkish oral narratives with an English-speaking audience. ...The
Art of the Turkish Tale, sets a new direction in Walker's work, one
that will be received by folklore specialists and folktale fans
alike. Sarah Moment Atis, Chair, Middle East Studies Program,
University of Wisconsin-Madison President, Turkish Studies
Association This collection should be read, first and foremost, for
its inherent pleasure. Like all literary arts, the art of the
tale's primarily a genre of joy. Traditional stories, modern
storytelling, and the Walker versions cohere in giving us the
pleasure of real life and imaginary events. These stories are full
of delight. Although many of them go back several centuries, some
perhaps more than a millennium, they sound fresh, almost
contemporary. They should be savored for their optimism, because
virtually every tale resolves a dilemma or saves the good person
from a terrible plight. No wonder most of the tales culminate in
the celebratory couplet: They have had their wish fulfilled; Let's
go up to their bedstead. Talat Sait Halman, Turkey's former
Minister of Culture, then Ambassador for Cultural Affairs; now
Professor of Near Eastern Languages and Literatures, New York
University
A Powerful Window into Cosmic Evolution Terahertz (THz)
observations of interstellar atoms, molecules, and dust serve as
powerful probes of the conditions within the interstellar medium
that permeates our galaxy, providing insights into the origins of
stars, planets, galaxies, and the Universe. Taking a
cross-disciplinary approach to the subject, Terahertz Astronomy
explores THz astrophysics and the technologies that make this
rapidly evolving field possible. The first four chapters of the
book discuss the origin and interpretation of THz light in
astrophysical sources. The remaining five chapters present an
overview of the technologies used to collect and detect THz light.
Every chapter contains worked-out examples and exercises. The
author explains each topic as intuitively as possible and includes
the equations needed for real-life astrophysical applications. In
just a few years, the number of active THz researchers has
substantially grown due to increased interest in terrestrial remote
sensing at THz frequencies. This book provides researchers with
both the background science and technology to interpret THz
observations and design, build, and deploy THz astronomical
instrumentation.
A collection of tales about the folk hero Nasreddin Hoca, as he appears in the legends of Turkey.
Having seized the throne from his cousin Richard II in 1399, Henry
Bolingbroke, the first nobleman to be made king of England since
the twelfth century, faced the remarkable challenge of securing his
power and authority over a kingdom that was divided and in turmoil.
This collection of essays - the first such collection focusing
specifically on the reign of the first Lancastrian king - by some
of the leading historians of late medieval England, takes a fresh
look at the crucial but neglected first years of Henry IV's reign,
examining how Henry met and overcame the challenges which his
usurpation created. Topics covered include a reappraisal of the
events surrounding the revolution of 1399; Henry's relations with
his northern magnates; the Yorkshire rising of 1405; the 'Long
Parliament' of 1406 and the nature and purpose of the king's
council. This collection adds significantly to an understanding of
the character of Henry IV, as well as the circumstances in which he
ruled, and will be essential for anyone with an interest in late
medieval English political history. Dr GWILYM DODD is Lecturer in
History at the University of Nottingham; Dr DOUGLAS BIGGS teaches
at the Department of History at Waldorf College. Contributors: M.
ARVANIGIAN, MICHAEL J. BENNETT, DOUGLAS BIGGS, JOEL BURDEN, GWILYM
DODD, ANTHONY GOODMAN, ANDY KING, CYNTHIA J. NEVILLE, A.J.TUCK,
SIMON K. WALKER.
Who Is the Jesus of Islam? Jesus is revered in the Islamic
faith-but is he the same Jesus Christians claim as their Savior?
James K. Walker, president of Watchman Fellowship, takes you
through more than a dozen major similarities and differences
between the Jesus of the Bible and the Jesus of the Qur'an. You
will learn... how Islam affirms biblical concepts, even though it
diverges from Scripture how the Qur'an promotes a deep respect of
Jesus, while not identifying Him as a Savior how to cultivate
conversational relationships with Muslims, despite your different
beliefs and faith backgrounds As Islam continues to spread rapidly
across the globe and increases opportunities for personal
interaction with Muslims, it's vital that you handle all matters of
the Christian faith with wisdom and discernment. The more you know
about what the Qur'an teaches, the better equipped you'll be to
understand current events and to reach out with truth and love to
your Muslim neighbors.
Domestic violence in adolescent romantic relationships is an
increasingly important and only recently acknowledged social issue.
This book provides conceptual frameworks for the design and
evaluation of interventions with a focus on developing evidence
based practice, as well as a research, practice and policy agenda
for consideration.
Domestic violence in adolescent romantic relationships is an
increasingly important and only recently acknowledged social issue.
This book provides conceptual frameworks for the design and
evaluation of interventions with a focus on developing evidence
based practice, as well as a research, practice and policy agenda
for consideration.
Understand the impact of a global ageing population on how products
are bought, and the effect this has on how to market and advertise
these products and services to the older generation of consumers.
Contains models for companies to evaluate the success of their own
strategies, with tools for improving their age-friendly marketing
campaigns.
Understand the impact of a global ageing population on how products
are bought, and the effect this has on how to market and advertise
these products and services to the older generation of consumers.
This book contains models for companies to evaluate the success of
their own strategies, with tools for improving their age-friendly
marketing campaigns.
This volume is comprised of the invited lectures given at the 14th British Combinatorial Conference. The lectures survey many topical areas of current research activity in combinatorics and its applications, and also provide a valuable overview of the subject, for both mathematicians and computer scientists.
"Route Offline" is a festival of contemporary stories that brings
together in printed form a series of distinguished collections
which were initially published online.The twenty-five stories
included here take you around the world in the safety of your own
book and in the hands of first class storytellers. Inside you will
find five original collections featuring: a magical and exotic
compilation of Bulgarian shorts; the young single father's tale; an
exploration of skin that crosses the barrier between what's inside
and what's outside; an eclectic series of colourful lives condensed
and a sundrenched collection of dogs, summer heat and the first
flushes of sexual awakening."Route Offline" is a title in the
"Route" series of contemporary stories.
`A great resource for new teachers and veterans . . . full of tips
and ideas that any teacher can use to prevent problems from
occurring. [It] should be in every special education classroom.'
-Therese Kwiatkowski, Director of Special Education Cooperative
Educational Service Agency `As a former special education teacher,
I highly recommend this book for all those who want to be more
effective in every aspect of their work. All of the special
education teachers at my school will have copies of this practical
guide.' -Marybeth Sandvig, Principal Manitoba K-8 School,
Milwaukee, WI Special help for special education teachers means
special success for students! Do you have too many IEPs on your
desk? Is it five o'clock and do you still need to contact parents,
social workers, and general education co-teachers? Teachers new to
special education often feel overwhelmed at the amount of
additional planning and information management required. This
practical guide shows you how to shape the structure of the
teaching day to ensure that learners with special needs experience
success. It includes simple teacher-tested, easy-to-implement
strategies needing 5 steps or fewer to: Organize students to make
the most of the time you have with them Use incentive programs and
meaningful consequences to achieve desired behaviors Coordinate
with co-teachers, general education teachers, and staff to maximize
your efforts When the key paperwork is at your fingertips, the
lesson plan is prepared, and the to-do list is written, you will
find more time in your day for what's most important-your students!
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