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Long considered one of the key books on the well-informed audio
engineer's shelf, Sound System Engineering provides an accurate,
complete, and concise tool for all those involved in designing,
implementing, and testing sound reinforcement systems. This new
fourth edition includes eight new chapters leading the reader
through both cutting-edge topics-e.g., IBM's proposed
thought-controlled sound system-and solid basics, such as
loudspeaker specifications, wave equations, and digital audio.
Topics covered include: Psychoacoustics and how the brain processes
sound Digital theory Mathematics for audio systems Using the
decibel Interfacing electrical and acoustical systems Audio and
acoustic measurements Large room and small room acoustics Designing
for acoustic gain Designing for speech intelligibility Wave
equations Microphones Loudspeakers, loudspeaker arrays, and
loudspeaker directivity Power ratings for amplifiers and
loudspeakers Computer-aided system design Signal delay, signal
synchronization, and signal processing Sound system equalization
Packed with numerous illustrations and useful appendices, this is a
concentrated capsule of industry standards and knowledge that spans
the complete range of sound systems, from the simplest all-analog
paging systems to the largest multi-purpose digital systems.
There is no process, no beginning, no middle or end to grief; it
just is. And that simple existence changes everything.
Author Pat Brown lost the love of her life in 2005. When Tom,
her husband of eighteen years, died of a hemorrhagic stroke, she
was surprised-and sometimes dismayed-to discover that grief
reopened all the questions often described as spiritual, questions
she thought had been settled long before. Her unease, even
distrust, of religious answers to mystical conundrums made the
journey difficult. But she hung in, bracketing her disbelief, while
keeping an open mind and a cocked eyebrow.
In "Surprised Pink Geraniums," she shares stories of her life
with Tom-stories filled with love, tenderness, humour, and
sometimes the annoyances of loving another human being. Irish
Wolfhounds played major roles in their lives, and these great
beasts contribute their own version of charm and devotion. Even so,
"Surprised Pink Geraniums" is not a depiction of happy couples
romping with dogs. It is a story of grievous loss, of connections,
and of recreating meaning. This memoir is not focused on
redemption-only on the human possibility for joy.
There is no process, no beginning, no middle or end to grief; it
just is. And that simple existence changes everything.
Author Pat Brown lost the love of her life in 2005. When Tom,
her husband of eighteen years, died of a hemorrhagic stroke, she
was surprised-and sometimes dismayed-to discover that grief
reopened all the questions often described as spiritual, questions
she thought had been settled long before. Her unease, even
distrust, of religious answers to mystical conundrums made the
journey difficult. But she hung in, bracketing her disbelief, while
keeping an open mind and a cocked eyebrow.
In "Surprised Pink Geraniums," she shares stories of her life
with Tom-stories filled with love, tenderness, humour, and
sometimes the annoyances of loving another human being. Irish
Wolfhounds played major roles in their lives, and these great
beasts contribute their own version of charm and devotion. Even so,
"Surprised Pink Geraniums" is not a depiction of happy couples
romping with dogs. It is a story of grievous loss, of connections,
and of recreating meaning. This memoir is not focused on
redemption-only on the human possibility for joy.
A self-described boy scout, Don Jamieson dedicated his life to
being a devoted family man and perfect G. E. executive. Retired and
financially secure, he thinks he has it made. Then he meets Sarah.
Like many women her age, Sarah has come through some tough times
with the help of women friends who tell it like it is yet are
always on her side. Sarah pursues a life of excitement, travel, and
society and her sense of adventure and sense of joy radiate. Don
finds himself craving a different life, one in which he can fully
explore the sexual passion and intense joy that Sarah sparks inside
him. Even as they struggle with the conflict generated by their
clandestine relationship, Don and Sarah are intoxicated by the
wealth of possibilities suddenly within reach. From the heat of
Austin, Texas to the snow-covered peaks of Aspen, Colorado, this
contemporary novel is a poignant reminder of life as a joyous
adventure throughout all the stages of a life well-lived.
Most men and women who aspire to be police officers begin their
careers with a noble dream of community service, upholding the law,
and helping those in need. Yet over time the rigors and emotional
strain of dealing with society's worst element wear on even the
most idealistic officers like a sheet of sandpaper, until what used
to be a compassionate human being is slowly rubbed away. A few
become corrupted and slip into criminal behavior, directly
contradicting their oath to guard the public. Even worse, there are
some who hide behind their badges to commit the most heinous crimes
imaginable.
In a shocking true-crime narrative that reads like a thriller,
former police officer, former detective, and mystery writer Stacy
Dittrich tells eighteen stories about cops who kill. From the
brutal to the bizarre, the senseless to the extreme, these men and
women abused their power, took human life, and are now (except for
one) paying the consequences. Some killed for love, others for
money, and still others because of seemingly trivial personality
conflicts. Dittrich profiles, among others:
- New Orleans cop Antoinette Frank, who brutally murdered three
innocent people, including a fellow officer.
- Canton, Ohio police officer Bobby Cutts Jr., who murdered his
former girlfriend when she was nine-months pregnant.
- California highway patrolman Craig Peyer, who pulled over San
Diego State college student Cara Knott over a frivolous traffic
violation, then murdered her.
- Columbia, Missouri officer Steven Rios, who slit the throat of
his gay lover, after he threatened to tell everyone of their
relationship.
As a veteran police officer with seventeen years of experience,
Dittrich is careful to emphasize that the vast majority of law
enforcement officers dutifully uphold their oath to protect the
public trust. The fascinating stories she tells are examples of the
few whose character flaws turned them into the very criminals they
themselves at one time pursued.
How does it feel when someone you love develops dementia? How do
you cope with the shock, the stress and the grief? Can you be sure
that you and your family will receive the support you need? In
Telling Tales About Dementia, thirty carers from different
backgrounds and in different circumstances share their experiences
of caring for a parent, partner or friend with dementia. They speak
from the heart about love and loss: 'I still find it hard to
believe that Alzheimer's has happened to us,' writes one
contributor, 'as if we were sent the wrong script.' The stories
told here vividly reflect the tragedy of dementia, the gravity of
loss, and instances of unsatisfactory diagnosis, treatment and
care. But they contain hope and optimism too: clear indications
that the quality of people's lives can be enhanced by sensitive
support services, by improved understanding of the impact of
dementia, by recognising the importance of valuing us all as human
beings, and by embracing and sustaining the connections between us.
This unique collection of personal accounts will be an engaging
read for anyone affected by dementia in a personal or professional
context, including relatives of people with dementia, social
workers, medical practitioners and care staff.
A world-renowned criminal profiler takes a fascinating look at one
of the most tragic mysteries in history.
For more than two thousand years, the great pharaoh Cleopatra VII
has been portrayed as a failed monarch. Various ancient sources
state that she desperately ended her life with the bite of an asp,
as her nemesis - the Roman general Octavian, later known as
Augustus, the first Roman emperor - stormed Alexandria. Now, a
completely unique interpretation of history is brought to light by
world-renowned criminal profiler Pat Brown in her new myth-busting
book, "The Murder of Cleopatra."
As host and profiler of "The Mysterious Death of Cleopatra"
(Discovery 2005), Brown challenged the long-enduring myth that
Cleopatra died via snakebite and that she committed suicide to
avoid further humiliation. Using the techniques and methodology of
investigative criminal profiling and crime reconstruction, "The
Murder of Cleopatra" takes up where the Discovery Channel
documentary left off. Brown's findings, borne of scientific method,
rigorous inquiry, and deductive reasoning, will be revealed against
a historical backdrop of mystery, drama, politics, danger, and
romantic intrigue.
The result: a thought-provoking analysis of the amazing woman
Cleopatra truly was, a fascinating account of the queen's final
desperate attempt to escape Egypt with her ships and treasure, and
the brutal homicide that ended her life as the last Egyptian
pharaoh.
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