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This book demonstrates the swift progress achieved in the field of
diamond for electronic and bioelectronic applications. Predicted to
become the 'ultimate semiconductor' in the early 1990s, diamond
initially failed to match the impressive developments made with
other wide-bandgap semiconductors. The situation is changing, with
single-crystal electronic-grade diamond becoming a commercially
available material. As importantly, the spectacular properties of
single-point defects in diamond, as well as its superlative thermal
conductivity, radiation 'hardness' and inherent biocompatibility,
are being recognized as vital for devices used in biosensing,
quantum informatics, and environmentally challenging applications.
Not all recent advances relate to single-crystal diamond.
Nanocrystalline diamond (NCD), ultra-nanocrystalline diamond (UNCD)
and diamond-like carbon (DLC) are very important forms of carbon,
as are multiphase carbon nanostructures and graphene. This book
features results in all areas of high-performance diamond research.
Chemical, electrochemical, and biochemical sensing, including
nanodiamond for sensing in-cellular environment, and the
integration of diamond within biological systems, are highlighted.
This book demonstrates the swift progress achieved in the field of
diamond for electronic and bioelectronic applications. Predicted to
become the 'ultimate semiconductor' in the early 1990s, diamond
initially failed to match the impressive developments made with
other wide-bandgap semiconductors. The situation is changing, with
single-crystal electronic-grade diamond becoming a commercially
available material. As importantly, the spectacular properties of
single-point defects in diamond, as well as its superlative thermal
conductivity, radiation 'hardness' and inherent biocompatibility,
are being recognized as vital for devices used in biosensing,
quantum informatics, and environmentally challenging applications.
Not all recent advances relate to single-crystal diamond.
Nanocrystalline diamond (NCD), ultra-nanocrystalline diamond (UNCD)
and diamond-like carbon (DLC) are very important forms of carbon,
as are multiphase carbon nanostructures and graphene. This book
features results in all areas of high-performance diamond research.
Chemical, electrochemical, and biochemical sensing, including
nanodiamond for sensing in-cellular environment, and the
integration of diamond within biological systems, are highlighted.
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Secrets Of Voodoo (Paperback)
Milo Rigaud; Illustrated by Odette Mennesson- Rigaud; Translated by Robert B. Cross
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R374
R348
Discovery Miles 3 480
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"Secrets of Voodoo" traces the development of this complex
religion (in Haiti and the Americas) from its sources in the
brilliant civilizations of ancient Africa. This book presents a
straightforward account of the gods or loas and their function, the
symbols and signs, rituals, the ceremonial calendar of Voodoo, and
the procedures for performing magical rites are given.
"Voodoo," derived from words meaning "introspection" and
"mystery," is a system of belief about the formation of the world
and human destiny with clear correspondences in other world
religions. Rigaud makes these connections and discloses the
esoteric meaning underlying Voodoo's outward manifestations, which
are often misinterpreted. Translated from the French by Robert B.
Cross. Drawings and photographs by Odette Mennesson-Rigaud.
Milo Rigaud was born in Port au Prince, Haiti, in 1903, where he
spent the greater part of his life studying the Voodoo tradition.
In Haiti he studied law, and in France ethnology, psychology, and
theology. The involvement of Voodoo in the political struggle of
Haitian blacks for independence was one of his main concerns.
This book brings together a team of scholars representing a broad
range of interests and new approaches in medieval studies to
explore the interactions of secular power and sacral authority in
central and southeastern Europe in the period. Contributors present
new research on the region's political and legal history, nobility
and government institutions, war and diplomacy, literature and
literacy, sacred and secular art, archaeological research, heritage
studies, and much more.
When James B. Gillett joined the newly created Texas Rangers in
1875, its duties were as varied and its members as unorthodox as
its methods were irregular.
First published in 1921, Gillett's now classic account of his
six years of service depicts with freshness and authenticity how
the Rangers maintained law and order on the frontier--and
occasionally dispensed summary justice. From the Mason County War
to the Horrell-Higgins feud, the capture of Sam Bass, and the
pursuit of Victorio's rebellious Apaches, Gillett saw the kind of
action that established the Rangers' enduring reputation for
effectiveness.
This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.
Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of
rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for
everyone!
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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book
may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages,
poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the
original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We
believe this work is culturally important, and despite the
imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of
our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works
worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in
the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Collection of one hundred action-packed stories, covering the range
of American history, from the first visit of Leif the Lucky to the
exploits of Sergeant York in World War I. In relating the long,
thrilling story of the trials and triumphs of the pioneers and
patriots, the author aims to gratify the love of children for the
dramatic and picturesque, to satisfy them with stories that are
true, and to make them familiar with the great characters in the
history of their own country. Suitable for ages 9 and up.
Collection of one hundred action-packed stories, covering the range
of American history, from the first visit of Leif the Lucky to the
exploits of Sergeant York in World War I. In relating the long,
thrilling story of the trials and triumphs of the pioneers and
patriots, the author aims to gratify the love of children for the
dramatic and picturesque, to satisfy them with stories that are
true, and to make them familiar with the great characters in the
history of their own country. Suitable for ages 9 and up.
Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of
rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for
everyone!
Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of
rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for
everyone!
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America First (Paperback)
Lawton B. Evans; Illustrated by Milo Winter
bundle available
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R631
Discovery Miles 6 310
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Collection of one hundred action-packed stories, covering the range
of American history, from the first visit of Leif the Lucky to the
exploits of Sergeant York in World War I. In relating the long,
thrilling story of the trials and triumphs of the pioneers and
patriots, the author aims to gratify the love of children for the
dramatic and picturesque, to satisfy them with stories that are
true, and to make them familiar with the great characters in the
history of their own country. Suitable for ages 9 and up.
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